Notice of Intent - Meta Systems Group Inc.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has published a Notice of Intent to procure specialized forensic imaging equipment from Meta Systems Group Inc. on a sole-source basis. The FBI intends to acquire one Metafer5 Slide Scanning Solution, one Metafer Review Network License, and one Neon Software Configuration under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for procurement when only one responsible source exists and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1000 employees. Meta Systems Group Inc., located in Medford, Massachusetts, has been identified as the sole source capable of providing this specialized microscope system. The equipment is intended for the FBI Laboratory Division's forensic operations, specifically for automated sperm cell identification and DNA processing workflow enhancement. Delivery is required within 120 days after receipt of the order.

The purpose of this Notice of Intent is to provide the only public notification of the FBI's intention to conduct a non-competitive procurement, as no separate solicitation will be issued. Interested parties who believe they can provide the required capabilities have until 5:00 PM EST on August 20, 2025, to submit capability statements via email only, with phone calls explicitly prohibited. Responses must include clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government, along with the firm's DUNS number, CAGE Code, UEI number, and business size classification. The capability statement must demonstrate the firm's experience, equipment, background, and ability to provide the specialized forensic microscope system without compromising quality, reliability, safety, accuracy, and schedule. The FBI conducted extensive market research and determined that Meta Systems is uniquely qualified to provide this deep neural network-enabled microscope system that automates slide scanning and reduces human variability in forensic analysis. The Government reserves sole discretion in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on any responses received.