FY2025 USPS OIG Broad Agency Announcement
ID: 6HQOIG-25-A-0001Type: Solicitation
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POSTAL SERVICEPOSTAL SERVICESUPPLIES MATERIAL MGMTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19197, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)
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    The United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) is soliciting proposals through its FY2025 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for professional, consultant, and support services aimed at enhancing its operational capabilities. This BAA serves as a mechanism to establish a pool of qualified contractors, specifically for services related to investigations and audits of Postal Service operations, with the procurement process exempt from standard federal acquisition regulations. Proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis until September 30, 2025, and interested parties should direct inquiries to USPS OIG Contracting at contracts@uspsoig.gov. The maximum hourly labor rate for certain roles is set at $55, and all submissions must adhere to specified guidelines to ensure compliance with the solicitation requirements.

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    USPS OIG Contracting
    contracts@uspsoig.gov
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    The USPS Office of Inspector General (OIG) issued the FY2025 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to solicit proposals for professional, consultant, and support services aimed at enhancing its operations. The BAA serves as a mechanism to establish a pool of qualified contractors, with the procurement process being exempt from standard federal acquisition regulations. Proposals can be submitted on a rolling basis until September 30, 2025, and cover multiple offices, including the Office of Investigations and the Office of Audit, which are responsible for investigating fraud and conducting audits of Postal Service operations. Key documents linked to the BAA include evaluation criteria, proposal submission instructions, and details on contract administration. The maximum hourly labor rates are set at $55 for specific roles like Contract Fraud Analysts, with requirements for background checks and potential security clearances. Submissions must not exceed the established not-to-exceed rates and should include only required information, avoiding personal identifiable information initially. The OIG reserves the right to accept any or none of the proposals, ensuring flexibility throughout the selection process. The BAA aligns with the agency's commitment to maintaining operational integrity while engaging diverse sourcing opportunities.
    The USPS Office of Inspector General (OIG) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for FY2025, seeking proposals for professional, consultant, and support services to enhance OIG operations. The solicitation (6HQOIG-25-A-0001) supersedes previous versions and is valid from October 8, 2024, to September 30, 2025. The BAA invites submissions on a rolling basis, with awards potentially being made at any point during the solicitation period. Key areas of interest include legal counsel, research solutions, investigative support, auditing, IT services, and mission support functions. Prospective suppliers must not exceed the established not-to-exceed hourly rates for various positions and must avoid submitting personally identifiable information in their proposals. The evaluation process focuses on technical qualifications and adherence to the evaluation criteria set forth for each role. Accepted proposals will result in contracts governed by unique terms separate from the Federal Acquisition Regulation system. The USPS-OIG emphasizes compliance with relevant provisions, including the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act for contracts over $150,000. All contract holders are required to undergo background checks and adhere to confidentiality agreements. This request advances USPS-OIG's mission of transparency and accountability within postal services.
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