RTWS Termination - DeCA IT Advisory, Research, and Analysis Services
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)IT CONTRACTING DIVISION - PL83SCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5406, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/a6f6638460404b90923fa06c4a3c43a5/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), has issued a Special Notice regarding the termination of the contract for IT Advisory, Research, and Analysis Services previously awarded to Gartner, Inc. This contract, which was effective from July 1, 2023, aimed to provide tailored IT research and expert advice to support the Defense Commissary Agency's strategic goals in grocery retail technology, including access to research documents, templates, webinars, and networking opportunities. The services were designed to enhance DeCA's IT capabilities and strategic initiatives, with a focus on collaboration and knowledge sharing, and required a 98% Acceptable Quality Level for deliverables. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Taylor Schomaker at taylor.j.schomaker.civ@mail.mil or by phone at 618-418-6642.

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    Taylor Schomaker
    (618) 418-6642
    taylor.j.schomaker.civ@mail.mil
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    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) seeks IT Advisory, Research, and Analysis Services via a contract awarded to Gartner, Inc., effective July 1, 2023. This contract includes a base year and four additional option years, focusing on providing tailored IT research and expert advice to support the agency's strategic goals in grocery retail technology. Key deliverables include access to research documents, role-specific templates, analyst webinars, and peer networking opportunities. The contract outlines two main service levels: IT Team Leader Advisor Services and IT Team Member Services, with an emphasis on collaboration and knowledge sharing within the agency. Performance standards require a 98% Acceptable Quality Level for deliverables, and all work will be conducted remotely. Contractor personnel are not required to have security clearances beyond unclassified access. The timely availability of services, extensive resource access, and a commitment to continual performance during emergencies underscore the importance of this contract in advancing DeCA's IT capabilities and strategic initiatives.
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