Informatica Enterprise License Agreement (ELA)
ID: 250382JType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFCENTERS FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID SERVICESOFC OF ACQUISITION AND GRANTS MGMTBALTIMORE, MD, 21244, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bf3497f47d724f4f93b589ac8eb0e0c3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), is seeking responses to a Request for Information (RFI) regarding an Informatica Enterprise License Agreement (ELA). The objective is to gather insights on providing services that enhance access to Informatica software products and ensure effective maintenance support within CMS's Office of Information Technology, in alignment with the MEGABYTE Act aimed at improving software license management. The procurement will focus on capabilities such as ETL automation, data quality management, and scalability, with interested parties required to submit detailed proposals outlining their solutions and transition plans. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Walker Hare at walker.hare@cms.hhs.gov or Julie Bebber at julie.bebber@cms.hhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Walker Hare
    walker.hare@cms.hhs.gov
    Julie bebber
    julie.bebber@cms.hhs.gov
    Files
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    Draft Informatica ELA Product List Version 6.1.pdf
    The document outlines the purchase and subscription details for Informatica software products, specifically for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) spanning from August 2024 to August 2025. It includes a comprehensive list of various products categorized into production, development, and support services, detailing the intended quantities and license specifications for each. Key offerings include Data Engineering Integration, PowerCenter subscriptions, and annual support services for multi-core production and development licenses. The document also stipulates terms for temporary license keys, allowing continued software usage during the negotiation period for contract renewal. This serves to ensure uninterrupted service for CMS operations while maintaining adherence to federal standards. The structure follows a list format with product descriptions, quantities, and performance dates clearly delineated, providing a clear framework for procurement and contractual engagement. Overall, this document reflects CMS's efforts to maintain essential software capabilities through strategic planning and vendor management.
    RFI (Informatica ELA).pdf
    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on providing services related to an Informatica Enterprise License Agreement (ELA). This initiative aims to enhance efficient access to Informatica software products and ensure effective maintenance support within CMS's Office of Information Technology. The requirement aligns with the Making Electronic Government Accountable by Yielding Tangible Efficiencies (MEGABYTE) Act, emphasizing improved software license management to reduce costs and improve oversight. CMS seeks responses from interested parties detailing proposed solutions, transition plans, data migration strategies, user workflow processes, and associated advantages and challenges. Key capabilities needed include robust ETL automation, support for diverse data sources, data quality management, and scalability in infrastructure. Submissions should include comprehensive information and must adhere to specified formatting and submission guidelines. This RFI is not a solicitation but is part of CMS's market research to assess alternatives for acquiring software licenses, with the intent of potentially developing a future solicitation based on the responses received.
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