RFI for HRD AI Tools and Automations

The Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC) – Human Resources Directorate (HRD) has issued Request for Information (RFI) #140D0426R0032 to gather information from the industry on AI tools and applications. HRD seeks solutions to securely support its mainframe-centric, payroll-focused, PII-regulated environment. The RFI aims to identify AI tools for automating testing, strengthening batch processing, supporting database management, and tailoring capabilities for payroll operations. Additional areas of interest include AI-enabled code analysis, automated documentation generation, and customer service workflow automation. Solutions must integrate with Federal partners, operate in a non-multi-tenant environment, align with FedRAMP controls, and meet Section 508 requirements. The RFI also requests corporate information, capability statements, and a Rough Order of Magnitude for pricing, including creative pricing solutions to minimize upfront government investment. Responses are due by April 17th, 2026.

The Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC) – Human Resources Directorate (HRD) has issued Request for Information (RFI) #140D0426R0032 to gather information on AI tools and applications. HRD seeks solutions to securely support its mainframe-centric, payroll-focused, PII-regulated environment. The RFI focuses on AI tools that can automate testing, strengthen batch processing, support comprehensive database management, and enhance payroll operations. Additionally, HRD is interested in AI-enabled code analysis, automated documentation generation, and customer service workflow automation. Solutions must integrate with federal partners, operate in a non-multi-tenant environment, align with FedRAMP controls, and meet Section 508 requirements. This RFI is for planning purposes only and will inform future procurement strategies. Responses are due by April 17th, 2026.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (IBC-HRD) is seeking information on AI tools and applications to support its mainframe-centric, payroll-focused, and PII-regulated environment. The agency currently uses ADABAS/Natural and JCL on z/OS 2.5, with a 35 TB database and 1.2 million daily transactions. Key interests include AI-enabled code analysis and refactoring, automated documentation, training materials, analytical reports, and customer service workflow automation. The IBC-HRD emphasizes FedRAMP authorization or alignment for cloud-based solutions, requiring US-only hosting and adherence to NIST 800-53, FISMA, and Privacy Act of 1974 standards. Integrations are primarily file-based and batch-driven, with ServiceNow used for ticketing. While interested in modernization, the initial focus is on supporting existing systems. The agency is open to various solutions, including modular, multi-vendor approaches, and hybrid cloud deployments, but specific timelines and budget ranges are yet to be determined.