PEO EIS ARDAP ARMY DATA PLATFORM 2.0 RFI
ID: W519TC-25-R-ADP2Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

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Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking responses to a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Army Data Platform 2.0 (ADP 2.0), aimed at acquiring enterprise data analytics capabilities through a multi-award task order indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract. The primary objective is to develop a tailorable data integration solution that can analyze and visualize information from various data sources, enabling predictive analytics and forecasting while ensuring ease of use for end-users. This initiative is part of the Army's broader strategy to modernize business processes and enhance data management as a strategic asset. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their feedback by October 16, 2024, and can reach out to Babette Murphy at babette.r.murphy.civ@army.mil or Maria Vital-Smith at maria.c.vital-smith.civ@army.mil for further inquiries.

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    The Army Data Platform 2.0 (ADP 2.0) Request for Information (RFI) seeks market feedback on its acquisition strategy for a multi-award task order indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract focusing on enterprise data analytics capabilities. Managed by the Project Manager Army Data and Analytics Platforms (PM ARDAP), ADP 2.0 aims to modernize Army business processes by promoting self-service data product management, integrating continuous software delivery practices, and maintaining vendor competition to enhance innovation and affordability. ADP 2.0 will incorporate multiple data platform vendors to support the Army’s transition toward a data-centric operational force, aligning with strategies emphasizing data as a strategic asset. The document outlines the RFI's context within the Defense Acquisition Framework, invites responses addressing specific software service delivery models, timelines for capability deployment, and identity management considerations. Interested vendors must submit feedback, with the response deadline set for October 16, 2024. This RFI represents a preliminary phase of market engagement, not a solicitation for contracts, as the Army seeks to gather insights to refine its procurement and implementation strategies for ADP 2.0.
    The "Army Data Platform 2.0 Terms and Definitions" file outlines essential terminology and definitions related to the Army's data management initiative. The document presents a structured glossary that includes terms such as Analytic Tools, which provide data visualization and reporting capabilities; Application Programming Interface (API), a set of protocols for software building; and Data Catalog, a component of the Data Mesh aimed at automating data governance. Other key concepts include Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) focusing on data access security, and Minimum Viable Capability Release (MVCR), which describes the initial deployment of production-ready data capabilities for operational use. The file also defines various service models such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS), highlighting their purposes and how they support the Army's operational needs. The document is critical for stakeholders involved in government RFPs and grants, as it establishes a common understanding of data capabilities and governance essential for effective collaboration and innovation in Army data initiatives.
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