Neustar Software License Subscription

Leon County, through the Florida Department of Commerce, is pursuing a single-source procurement for a Neustar Software License Subscription specifically for the Fraud Initiative Rules and Rating Engine (FIRRE) project supporting the Reemployment Assistance Claims and Benefits Information System (RECONNECT). The procurement involves a 13-month software license and maintenance subscription from June 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, for the GeoPoint IP Intelligence software. The primary objective is to acquire a comprehensive Internet Protocol (IP) Intelligence tool that enables Commerce staff to flag suspicious transactions, conduct reviews, and investigations by identifying claimant geographic location, network, and contextual data. The software will be uniquely integrated into the RECONNECT system using web services and application programming interfaces, with Neustar, Inc. identified as the sole proprietor and software developer. The contract opportunity is posted with a due date of May 5, 2025, and has an estimated total value of $123,500.00.

The procurement appears to be a direct, non-competitive acquisition restricted to Neustar, Inc., as market research confirmed they are the only company offering this specific database operation in Florida. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the documentation. The software will interface directly with the existing RECONNECT system, requiring seamless technological integration. The U.S. Department of Labor has recommended and funded this procurement, suggesting potential federal oversight or compliance requirements. The single-source justification is predicated on Neustar's exclusive ownership and development of the GeoPoint GeoDirectory-Detect Fraud-Gold software, which provides unique capabilities for fraud detection and geographic verification. The total contract value of $123,500.00 covers the 13-month license and maintenance subscription, representing a targeted investment in advanced fraud prevention technology for the state's reemployment assistance system.