LOW-CODE APPLICATION CLOUD PLATFORM TOOL PLATFORM AS A SERVICE (PaaS)/SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (SaaS)
ID: 1019430789Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2270b4696a364c8ca6828ad604ae786c/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology is seeking input from Authorized Public Sector Resellers for a cloud-based low-code/no-code application platform that meets a range of functional requirements. The platform should facilitate workflow automation, support ITIL-aligned service management processes, and enable agile project management, all while adhering to robust security standards compliant with FedRAMP High requirements. This initiative is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency across the State Department's global bureaus and posts, ensuring flexibility and scalability in application development. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their company information, capability assessments, and past performance examples by the specified deadlines to John Warner at WarnerJ1@state.gov, as this Request for Information (RFI) aims to inform future procurement strategies without guaranteeing contract awards.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Warner
    WarnerJ1@state.gov
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    1019430789_20240730 LC App Cloud Platform RFI v2.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to explore market capabilities for a cloud-based low-code/no-code application platform. This platform should enable workflow automation, support ITIL-aligned service management processes, and facilitate agile project management among other requirements. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information to assess vendor interest, competition, and technical capabilities, which will inform future procurement strategies. Key requirements for the proposed solution include cloud computing capabilities, customizable application development, IT service management workflows, and robust security standards adhering to FedRAMP High requirements. Vendors are invited to provide company information, capability assessments against functional requirements, and past performance examples to demonstrate relevant experience. Submissions must adhere to specified formatting and deadlines. This RFI does not guarantee any contract award or reimbursement for proposal costs, emphasizing its nature as market research to refine acquisition plans for a platform that meets the State Department's operational needs globally.
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