This Request for Information (RFI) is being issued
ID: DOIDFBO250011Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESIBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)HERNDON, VA, 20170, USA

NAICS

Other Accounting Services (541219)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: ACCOUNTING (R703)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/717bfa9279d947d093a54f9f67b5a58a/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights for Professional Accounting Services needed by the Bureau of Trust Funds Administration, specifically for the Office of Historical Trust Accounting (OHTA). The objective is to secure accounting expertise to assist in historical accounting related to Individual Indian Monies (IIM) and tribal accounts, in compliance with the American Indian Trust Fund Management Reform Act of 1994. This initiative is crucial for fulfilling the Federal Government's fiduciary responsibilities toward Indian tribes and individual beneficiaries, with a performance period of nearly five years anticipated for the contract. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their company details and capability statements via email to Scott Szczesniak at scott_szczesniak@ibc.doi.gov, as responses will inform future acquisition strategies, although no proposals will be accepted at this stage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Szczesniak, Scott
    (000) 000-0000
    scott_szczesniak@ibc.doi.gov
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    Attachment_1_RFI_Professional_Accounting_Services.docx
    The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights for Professional Accounting Services required by the Bureau of Trust Funds Administration. This RFI serves as a preliminary market research tool and is not a solicitation for proposals. The DOI intends to assess potential vendors' interest and capabilities to inform future acquisition strategies. Respondents must submit specific information, including company details, capability statements addressing qualifications and relevant experience, along with supporting documents in specified formats. Submissions should be sent via email, with clear instructions provided regarding the required content. Notably, participation in this RFI does not ensure future contract opportunities, and the government will not compensate for responses. Overall, the initiative aims to identify service providers capable of meeting the outlined accounting service needs while generating an interested parties list for potential engagement in future solicitations.
    Attachment_2_Professional_Accounting_Services_Draft_SOW.docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the objective of securing professional accounting services for the Office of Historical Trust Accounting (OHTA) within the Department of the Interior. It emphasizes the need for the contractor to assist OHTA in historical accounting related to Individual Indian Monies (IIM) and tribal accounts, following requirements set by the American Indian Trust Fund Management Reform Act of 1994. This contract aims to provide accounting expertise, support litigation efforts, and perform data analysis, research, database development, and compliance monitoring over a performance period of nearly five years. Key tasks include preparing written reports, executing quality control reviews, and engaging in strategic planning for historical accounting practices. Additionally, the contractor will be expected to collaborate with other professionals to manage sensitive historical account data, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to security requirements. Personnel involved must meet specified qualifications, including senior-level management expertise in federal compliance. The SOW establishes strict guidelines for deliverables and provides detail on the duties expected of the contractor, contributing significantly to the Federal Government's fiduciary responsibilities toward Indian tribes and individual beneficiaries.
    Sol_DOIDFBO250011_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation for a federal contract, specifically addressing the acknowledgment of the amendment receipt by contractors. It outlines the procedures contractors must follow to acknowledge the amendment, including submitting copies of the amendment and mentioning it in their offers. It results in a modification of existing contracts/orders, ensuring that all terms and conditions remain effective except as specified therein. The amendment's intent is to extend the deadline for receipt of offers and clarify administrative changes related to funding and contract management. It emphasizes the importance of timely acknowledgment by contractors, which, if not adhered to, may lead to rejection of their offers. Overall, the document maintains a formal tone expected in federal contracting and ensures compliance with protocols for procurement amendments.
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