Notice of intent to award single source for microsoft industry solutions delivery

The Department of Homeland Security Office of Procurement Operations has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a single source contract for Microsoft Industry Solutions Delivery services. This notice pertains to DHS Science & Technology Component's Office of the Chief Information Officer, which manages IT infrastructure and telecommunications networks supporting DHS's homeland security mission. The procurement specifically involves Microsoft Industry Solutions Delivery, formerly known as Microsoft Consulting Services, to provide specialized consulting support for Microsoft software deployment and management. The contract award is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b) as a single source procurement because only one source is reasonably available for these services. The notice was posted on September 18, 2025, with responses due by September 30, 2025.

The primary objective of this procurement is to secure qualified Microsoft consultants to support DHS S&T's planning, implementation, and deployment of Microsoft software, solutions, and technologies across Washington, DC area locations. Microsoft ISD provides access to subject matter specialists and the global partner network through highly skilled consultants who work directly with the organization to minimize risks in deployment and configuration management. The single source justification is based on Microsoft's policy that prohibits external consultants from providing Microsoft ISD services, making Microsoft the only reasonable source available. Contractors interested in this opportunity must respond by the September 30, 2025 deadline, though eligibility appears limited given the single source nature of the procurement. The initiative supports DHS S&T's broader mission of providing operational and management support for information technology activities across all S&T locations in the region.