RFI Regulatory Support Services
ID: 70SBUR25Q00000007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICESUSCIS CONTRACTING OFFICE(ERBUR)Williston, VT, 05495, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: POLICY REVIEW/DEVELOPMENT (R406)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9bddc8da02624e9780b47b33c6f00382/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is seeking qualified vendors to provide regulatory support services through a Request for Information (RFI). The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance the capabilities of the Regulatory Coordination Division in managing and analyzing public comments on proposed regulations, which includes tasks such as data collection, comment analysis, and compliance reporting. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that USCIS can develop quality regulations that align with federal laws and immigration policies, thereby maintaining an efficient and transparent regulatory process. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 3:00 PM ET on November 5, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Jordan H. Lamay or Mary Shinney via the provided email addresses.

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    RCD Request For Information (RFI)_10222024.docx
    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing a Request for Information/Sources Sought Notice (70SBUR25Q00000007) to identify qualified vendors for regulatory support services. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of the Regulatory Coordination Division (RCD) in managing and analyzing public comments on proposed regulations. USCIS seeks respondents capable of performing extensive tasks such as data collection, comment analysis, sentiment analysis, and compliance reporting. Specific focus areas include understanding contractor experience with high volumes of public comments, compliance with federal regulations, and the ability to provide actionable recommendations based on data analysis. Interested vendors are requested to submit a cover letter, capabilities statement, and responses to specific questions regarding their experience and tools used. The RFI is for market research purposes only, with no commitment from the government to issue a subsequent solicitation. The deadline for responses is set for 3:00 PM ET on November 5, 2024. USCIS values the feedback to prepare for a potential Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP) based on gathered insights while emphasizing that submissions are voluntary and not subject to reimbursement. Overall, this notice reflects USCIS’s endeavor to strengthen regulatory processes through effective public comment analysis.
    Statement of Work (SOW)_10212024.docx
    The document outlines a government Request for Proposals (RFP) for Regulatory Support Services to assist the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in its regulatory processes. The project spans one year, with two one-year options, largely performed at the contractor's facility. The goal is to enhance USCIS regulatory compliance with various federal laws and guidelines, ensuring quality regulations that align with immigration policy. Key tasks for the contractor include processing and analyzing comments from the public regarding USCIS rulemaking, producing summaries and reports, technical writing support for rulemaking documents, and participating in regular team meetings. The contractor must possess expertise in immigration law and federal regulatory processes, employing systems to categorize and synthesize public feedback effectively. Deliverables, such as comment processing summaries and technical drafts of regulations, are critically timed and subject to review by USCIS. The contractor is responsible for managing project quality and documentation, with all work products becoming government property. Overall, this initiative underscores USCIS's focus on maintaining an efficient, transparent regulatory process while safeguarding the integrity of the immigration system.
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