Global Electromagnetic Spectrum Information System (GEMSIS) Sustainment and Enhancement
ID: 632469573Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCYFORT MEADE, MD, 20755-0549, USA

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Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)
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    The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide sustainment and enhancement support for the Global Electromagnetic Spectrum Information System (GEMSIS). The primary objective is to maintain and enhance the GEMSIS software/system architecture over a five-year period, from February 14, 2025, to February 13, 2030, which includes operations, maintenance, testing, training, and enhancements of the system. GEMSIS is critical for the Department of Defense as it supports strategic and tactical electromagnetic spectrum operations by providing essential data and tools for planning and conducting operations. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities statements by 2:00 PM EDT on October 4, 2024, to the designated contacts, Quin Conerly-Anderson and Lucas Phalen, with responses limited to ten pages and addressing specific required capabilities.

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    The government document presents system architecture diagrams for the GEMSIS (Global Entity Management System Implementation Strategy) across two networks: SIPRNet (Secret Internet Protocol Router Network) and NIPRNet (Non-Classified Internet Protocol Router Network). These diagrams illustrate the foundational structure and technical configurations necessary for the operational integrity of GEMSIS within secure environments. By delineating the production setups across these networks, the document underscores the federal focus on maintaining robust security and functionality in managing sensitive information. Such detailed architectural representation is vital for understanding system interoperability and compliance within the frameworks of federal RFPs and grants, ensuring that initiatives align with operational requirements and security protocols. Overall, the inclusion of these diagrams emphasizes critical infrastructure planning in the context of government initiatives.
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Global Electromagnetic Spectrum Information System (GEMSIS), which aims to sustain and enhance the Joint Spectrum Data Repository (JSDR) and Integrated Spectrum Desktop (ISD) for the Department of Defense (DoD). The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) intends to provide support for operations, training, maintenance, and improvement of GEMSIS capabilities. Key objectives include maintaining user-defined operational pictures, integrating additional data sources, enhancing situational awareness, and developing analytics tools for effective spectrum management. The scope encompasses project management, software maintenance, engineering support, helpdesk assistance, and potential surge support, forming an extensive range of primary and optional tasks. The contractor is responsible for providing personnel, tools, and support to fulfill these tasks, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and best practices in software development and security. Performance requirements detail configuration and integration of various software components, necessitating continuous compliance with Cybersecurity frameworks and system quality assurance. This contract is critical for advancing the operational capabilities necessary for managing the electromagnetic spectrum in support of U.S. military operations, highlighting its significance within federal RFPs focused on enhancing national security systems.
    The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) issued a Sources Sought Notice for the Global Electromagnetic Spectrum Information System (GEMSIS) Sustainment and Enhancement support, seeking qualified small businesses, including those categorized as Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Woman-Owned. The objective is to maintain and enhance the GEMSIS software/system architecture over a five-year period from February 14, 2025, to February 13, 2030. The document outlines the required capabilities for potential vendors, focusing on their experience related to operational support, data management, agile software development methodologies, and cross-domain software solutions. The contract will fall under NAICS code 541511, with a size standard of $34 million. Responses must include business details and capabilities statements, addressing essential questions without exceeding ten pages. This notice serves as a precursor to a potential solicitation, emphasizing the need for small business participation and collaboration among respondents to ensure compliance with federal regulations. All submissions are treated as government property and will not be returned, underscoring the confidential nature of the information provided.
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