How GovPulse.io collects, uses, and protects your information.
AS Peoria LLC dba Avid Solutions Intl ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates GovPulse.io, an AI-powered government contracting intelligence platform available through IBM Cloud Marketplace and integrated with IBM watsonx Orchestrate. This Privacy Statement describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you use our website, platform, APIs, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By using GovPulse.io, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Statement. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the Service.
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Name, email, company name, job title | Account creation, authentication, communication |
| Billing Information | Processed through IBM Cloud Marketplace | Subscription management (we do not store payment details) |
| Demo Request Data | Name, email, company, phone, interests | Scheduling demos, qualifying leads |
| Support Communications | Emails, chat transcripts, feedback | Resolving issues, improving service |
| User Content | Search queries, saved alerts, uploaded documents | Providing personalized intelligence and bid assistance |
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Usage Data | Pages visited, features used, queries made, session duration | Service improvement, analytics |
| Device Information | Browser type, operating system, screen resolution | Compatibility, debugging |
| Log Data | IP address, access times, referring URLs | Security, abuse prevention |
| API Usage | Endpoints called, request frequency, error rates | Rate limiting, performance monitoring |
GovPulse.io aggregates and analyzes publicly available government data from sources including SAM.gov, USAspending.gov, state procurement portals, and over 13,600 government agency websites. This data is public information and is not considered personal information under this Privacy Statement.
We use personal information for the following purposes:
We process personal information based on the following legal grounds:
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
GovPulse.io is available through the IBM Cloud Marketplace and integrates with IBM watsonx Orchestrate. When you use these features:
We use the following technologies:
| Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Authentication, security, session management | Session |
| Functional Cookies | Remembering preferences, saved searches | 1 year |
| Analytics | Understanding usage patterns (aggregated) | 2 years |
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Statement:
We may retain certain information longer where required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., dispute resolution).
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@govpulse.io. We will respond within 30 days.
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. We do not sell personal information. You may request disclosure of the categories of information collected and the purposes for which it is used. Contact privacy@govpulse.io with the subject line "CCPA Request."
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
No system is completely secure. If you discover a security vulnerability, please report it to security@govpulse.io.
GovPulse.io is a business-to-business service and is not directed at individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@govpulse.io.
GovPulse.io is operated from the United States. If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers in compliance with applicable laws.
We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or through the Service at least 30 days before they take effect. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the Statement was last revised. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Statement or our data practices:
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