CADE Support Service
ID: SF082920241327Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/06ef6708bb7a40458d458e964c7f1dab/view
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    Description

    The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) of the Department of Defense is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential contractors for support services related to the Cost Assessment Data Enterprise (CADE). The procurement aims to enhance the management of cost data, implement the Cost and Software Data Reporting system, and operate the CADE website, with an estimated contract value between $70 million and $300 million over a performance period from March 2026 to March 2031. This initiative is crucial for improving the effectiveness of the Department of Defense's acquisition cost analysis processes, thereby facilitating better decision-making by senior leadership in major acquisition programs. Interested firms, particularly those classified as small businesses, must respond by December 16, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Syreeta A. Donald or Lawan Ferguson via their provided email addresses.

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    Syreeta A. Donald
    syreeta.a.donald.civ@mail.mil
    Lawan Ferguson
    lawan.d.ferguson.civ@mail.mil
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    A10 - SSN CADE Support Services - Final.pdf
    The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Acquisition Directorate is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for market research related to support services for the Cost Assessment Data Enterprise (CADE) under the Office of Secretary of Defense. This notice seeks information on the availability and capabilities of firms to assist with CADE, which includes managing cost data, implementing the Cost and Software Data Reporting system, and operating the CADE website. The expected procurement falls under NAICS code 541611, with an estimated value between $70 million and $300 million and a performance period from March 2026 to March 2031. Responses are encouraged from diverse small business categories, and firms must have a Secret Facility Clearance to participate. Details requested include capabilities, experience, NAICS codes, and subcontracting plans. The deadline for submissions is December 16, 2024. This notice is not a solicitation or contract award and is intended for pre-solicitation input to inform future acquisition strategies. Overall, WHS aims to identify potential contractors capable of fulfilling these government support requirements.
    Attachment 1 - DRAFT PWS - CADE IDIQ or BPA.pdf
    The document outlines a Draft Performance Work Statement for the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD CAPE) regarding an Indefinite Delivery - Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) or Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) contract focused on the administration and enhancement of the Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) system and the Cost Assessment Data Enterprise (CADE) website. The contractor is responsible for providing necessary personnel and resources to perform various technical, administrative, and IT services aimed at collecting and disseminating quality cost data for the Department of Defense (DoD). Key services include systems engineering, data collection support, policy and training development, IT operations, and the maintenance of web tools. With a five-year performance period, the contractor must ensure adherence to quality control and security requirements, including holding appropriate security clearances. The aim is to improve the effectiveness of DoD's acquisition cost analysis processes, ultimately facilitating better decision-making by senior leadership in major acquisition programs. The document specifies the contractor's responsibilities, operational parameters, and expectations while outlining quality assurance strategies and contractor performance measures.
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