Cybersecurity, Architecture & Implementation, Technical Operations, Ops Projects & Cloud Svcs
ID: 5000178352-3Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICENATIONAL OFFICE - PROCUREMENT OITANEW CARROLLTON, MD, 20706, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: MAINFRAME (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bdedfc5fc537427a97ba3f7f9ab5cfa3/view
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    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), is seeking proposals for a contract focused on cybersecurity, architecture, implementation, technical operations, and cloud services. The procurement aims to acquire commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software licenses and maintenance services, including products such as HPE Ezmeral, Ciphertrust, Elastic Search, and One Identity, to enhance the IRS's IT infrastructure and bolster its cybersecurity capabilities. This initiative is critical for safeguarding sensitive information against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with federal security regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 12:00 PM EST on September 20, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Vanessa Rodgers at vanessa.rodgers@irs.gov or JW Terry at jw.r.terry@irs.gov.

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    RFQ 5000178352 CDSW Hadoop 91624.pdf
    The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 5000178352) issued by the IRS for the procurement of software licenses and maintenance services, specifically for HPE Ezmeral, Ciphertrust, Elastic Search, and One Identity. The acquisition is categorized under NAICS 513210 and emphasizes full and open competition, requiring participants to maintain an active registration with SAM.gov. The solicitation outlines procedures for submitting quotes, highlighting the need for Offeror Representations and Certifications. A Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method will be employed to select the vendor that best meets the IRS's requirements, focusing on both technical acceptability and price competitiveness. The Statement of Work details the need for advanced cybersecurity capabilities to counter cyber threats, involving a multilayered architecture for data protection and analysis. Necessary minimum characteristics for the software include secure data management, support for AI applications, session auditing, and encryption policies. The contract performance period begins September 28, 2024, with multiple option years extending through September 27, 2029. Overall, the RFQ aims to enhance the IRS's IT infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal standards and security regulations, demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding sensitive information and improving operational efficiency.
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