# SAM #SSJ_FY26_0190 DHS sole-source Thales enterprise fingerprint software, licensing, and support for IDENT and HART **Buyer:** DHS OP OAD I **Posted:** October 08, 2026 **Identifier:** SSJ_FY26_0190 **NAICS:** 541512, 513210, 541511 DHS’s Office of Biometric Identity Management is pursuing sole-source Thales fingerprint technology and support for its IDENT and HART biometric systems. - Procurement approach: Sole-source, based on the agency’s determination that Thales’ proprietary technology is integrated into both systems and no other source can meet its requirements. - Requested solution: Enterprise fingerprint-matching software and licenses, plus associated maintenance, updates, integration, modernization, sustainment, and lifecycle support. - Operational requirements: Includes disaster recovery and continuity-of-operations support, cybersecurity compliance, and 24x7 operational support. - OEM: Thales DIS USA, Inc. is identified as the supplier and Thales as the proprietary technology provider. - Timing: The document references pricing for a 12-month period but gives no start or end dates or option periods. A notice of intent was planned for SAM.gov by October 8, 2026. - Details not provided: No quantities, part numbers, or contract value are stated. ### Description

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in conjunction with the Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) has awarded a contract directly to THALES DIS USA Inc.,  pursuant to Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) FAR 6.103-1 Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.

DHS/OPO limited the number of sources solicited pursuant to RFO FAR 6.103 for the procurement of Thales Enterprise Fingerprint licensing for matching hardware, software, maintenance, sustainment, and operational support services to proposed Contractor: THALES DIS USA, Inc.
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