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Acquisitions Collection

Information related to the laws, policies, procedures, and forms that guide how the department purchases goods or services.

  • Security & Protection

    The Security category includes products or services to support DHS’s security mission. Current DHS-wide Security contract vehicles provide DHS customers access to security services, security systems, weapons, ammunition and explosives, security animals, protective apparel and equipment, and other related services. The products and services procured through these vehicles are verified and tested to meet strict DHS requirements. The quality control measures in place ensure that DHS front line officers have access to the highest standards in security products and services.

  • IT and Telecom Contract Vehicles

    The IT and Telecom category includes products and services to support DHS’s IT and Telecommunications needs. The IT and Telecom category encompasses subcategories that include communications and telecom solutions, IT Services, IT Software, and IT Hardware. Current DHS-wide contract vehicles included in this category offer DHS customers access to IT software, licenses, hardware and services.

  • Medical Contract Vehicle

    The Medical category provides DHS customers with access to medical support services, and medical equipment and products such as personal protective equipment, medical and dental supplies, automated external defibrillators (AED), and heart monitors.

  • Chapter 3039 - Acquisition of Information Technology

    Homeland Security Acquisition Manual: Chapter 3039 - Acquisition of Information Technology

  • Homeland Security Acquisition Manual - Full

    Homeland Security Acquisition Manual: Full Document

  • HSAM Appendices

    The Homeland Security Acquisition Manual (HSAM) establishes DHS uniform department-wide acquisition procedures. Found on this page: Appendices.

  • Small Business Resources

    Find resources related to DHS Small Business Assistance including information about Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions and the Mentor‑Protégé Program.

  • Department of Homeland Security, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Deviations

    The Department of Homeland Security Chief Procurement Officer issues FAR deviations when necessary to allow components to deviate from the (FAR). The following FAR deviations are related to Homeland Security acquisition.

  • CIO Assignment Plan

    Download the CIO Assignment Plan.

  • DHS IT Policy Archive

    Download the DHS IT Policy Archive file: ZIPIndividual Files