DHS Reverse Auction Tool II
ID: 70SBUR25I00000010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICESUSCIS CONTRACTING OFFICE(ERBUR)Williston, VT, 05495, USA

NAICS

All Other General Merchandise Retailers (455219)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: CONTRACT/PROCUREMENT/ACQUISITION SUPPORT (R707)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/314ecf0d7cf14000bb60fceb85c47554/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 31, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking information regarding the Reverse Auction Tool II, aimed at enhancing procurement efficiency through innovative eProcurement technologies. This initiative intends to establish a standardized, web-based reverse auction tool that facilitates real-time bidding among vendors, promoting competition, transparency, and compliance with federal security standards such as FedRAMP and FISMA. The tool will support various procurement types, aiming to achieve cost savings, accelerate procurement timelines, and enhance small business participation in government contracting. Interested parties must submit a one-page response by January 31, 2025, outlining relevant capabilities, and can direct inquiries to Kristyn Holsopple at kristyn.holsopple@uscis.dhs.gov or Angela Hodges at Angela.D.Hodges@uscis.dhs.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Kristyn Holsopple
kristyn.holsopple@uscis.dhs.gov
Angela Hodges
Angela.D.Hodges@uscis.dhs.gov
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RAT II SOW_20241009.pdf
Jan 21, 2025, 6:04 PM UTC
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seeks to implement a standardized reverse auction tool aimed at enhancing procurement efficiency across its operations. The tool will provide a web-based platform that facilitates real-time bidding processes among vendors, thus promoting competition, transparency, and compliance with socio-economic goals. It is designed to handle various procurement types, ensuring compliance with federal security requirements while being user-friendly for both DHS buyers and vendors. Key features include vendor registration, multiple rounds of bidding, document uploads, and a buyer-controlled auction process. The contractor must also provide robust training, helpdesk support, and ongoing system performance reports. The initiative aims to achieve cost savings, accelerate procurement timelines, and enhance small business participation in government contracting, aligning with DHS's mission to safeguard the nation while adhering to federal purchasing regulations. Overall, this tool represents an innovative approach to improving DHS’s acquisition strategy through advanced eProcurement technologies.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION_20250121.docx
Jan 21, 2025, 6:04 PM UTC
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Reverse Auction Tool II, aimed at enhancing procurement efficiency through innovative eProcurement technologies. This RFI serves solely for market research, with no solicitation commitment, to streamline the acquisition process within DHS along with its components. By leveraging reverse auction processes, the DHS seeks to improve competition, reduce costs, and foster vendor engagement while adhering to regulatory requirements. The initiative intends to establish a standardized, web-based reverse auction tool compliant with various federal security standards, including FedRAMP and FISMA. The desired solution should support multiple rounds of real-time bidding and allow customization to incorporate DHS branding. Responses are sought regarding the tool's FedRAMP authorization status, user authentication, and availability as a commercial product or through GSA procurement vehicles. Interested parties must submit a one-page response by January 31, 2025, outlining relevant capabilities without including proprietary or pricing information. This RFI underscores DHS's focus on enhancing operational effectiveness and achieving socio-economic goals through increased competition and transparency in its procurement processes.
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