Salesforce Fair Opportunity Exception (FOE)
ID: FA8771-24-R-0039Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8771 AFLCMC GBKMAFB GUN ANNX, AL, 36114-3000, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bf5539fa33c847349698cfa8785623e1/view
Timeline
    Description

    Special Notice: DEPT OF DEFENSE - DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE is seeking subject matter expertise in the proper uses of the Salesforce SaaS tool for application design, creation, testing, and support. The aim is to determine the viability of future uses of Salesforce for delivering new applications and updating legacy applications. This effort will establish and maintain a Low-Code/No-Code application development environment to create a prototype of a GBB application as a proof of concept. The Government requires SME support to advise organic developers working on a LOGFAC legacy system prototype and to develop an Air Force Airmen Salesforce developer capability. If successful, Secret level SME support will be required to transition the application to a Secured Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) environment.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brandon Osborne
    brandon.osborne.6@us.af.mil
    Catrina Lewis
    catrina.lewis@us.af.mil
    Files
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    Salesforce FOE (Redacted).pdf
    The document outlines a justification for a sole-source procurement of Salesforce services under the Department of the Air Force, specifically for the GB Innovation Initiative. The reason for this exception is the need for specialized Subject Matter Expertise (SME) due to the complexities of integrating multiple contractors within an existing Salesforce environment, which could lead to increased risks and inefficiencies. The procurement will establish an 11-month task order for specialized support and Salesforce training, with the expectation that leveraging professional services will minimize integration risks and ensure high-quality service delivery.
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