AI helper
This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for professional support services for the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) within U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The contractor will provide support for compliance inspections of detention facilities and detainee death reviews. The services include expert operational, analytical, and administrative support for inspections, reviews, and special assignments. The period of performance includes a 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods. Work will be performed at ICE detention facilities, potentially including CONUS, Puerto Rico, and OCONUS locations. The contractor will not have workspace provided at facilities. Travel is required and must be approved in advance. Government-furnished equipment (GFE) such as a laptop and PIV card will be provided. The contractor must adhere to specific ICE detention standards and policies. Training will be provided by the government for initial ICE detention standards, and the contractor is responsible for training new personnel and refresher training. Security requirements include background investigations and adherence to privacy and cybersecurity protocols. Deliverables include activity reports, risk analysis, special reports, proof of training, list of cleared employees, kickoff meeting minutes, working papers, management plan, and IT security plan. Acceptance of deliverables is within 15 calendar days. The contractor must notify the COR of any late deliverables. Quality assurance will be monitored by the COR. Security requirements are stringent, involving background investigations, fitness determinations, and adherence to privacy and cybersecurity policies. The contractor must appoint a corporate security officer. All hardware, software, and services must comply with DHS security policies. Supply chain risk management is also a key requirement. Data ownership rests with the government, and the contractor must ensure accessibility and interpretability of program data. AI use is strictly regulated, requiring human oversight, documentation, and compliance with federal and DHS policies. The contractor must avoid vendor lock-in and ensure interoperability and knowledge transfer. Rigorous security, testing, evaluation, and continuous monitoring are mandated for AI systems.
The base period of performance is June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, with four subsequent 12-month option periods. The bid notice states, Base period June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027.
The bid notice details extensive qualification requirements for various labor categories, including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Medical Subject Matter Experts, Detention/Corrections Subject Matter Experts, and Administrative Specialists. For example, the Project Manager Inspections PM requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree or 15 years of experience in a correctional environment, 10 years of experience in correctional facilities, 5 years of law enforcement/investigative/monitoring experience, 5 years of management experience in a correctional/detention facility, and 3 years of project management experience. The bid notice states, The contractor must provide qualified personnel in accordance with the qualifications contained in this sow and in accordance with their specified GSA Multiple Award Schedule.
The bid notice indicates that inspections may be conducted remotely or onsite. It states, The government reserves the right to conduct remote inspections and reviews of facilities should onsite inspections not be able to occur due to an outbreak of a pandemic disease, adverse weather conditions, or any other situation that might prevent travel to facilities.
