Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/eDiscovery FedRAMP-authorized cloud-based platform for Treasury
ID: 2032L226N00002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICENATIONAL OFFICE - IRS DO/IT BRANCHLanham, MD, 20706, USA

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/b305104e82c041fe985e65e9b9b215c1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), is seeking industry input for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on a cloud-based platform for managing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and eDiscovery processes. The objective is to establish a unified, secure, and compliant solution that can handle the full lifecycle of FOIA and eDiscovery activities, leveraging modern technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance operational efficiency and transparency across various bureaus. This initiative is critical for managing the large volumes of electronically stored information generated by the Treasury's operations, which are frequently subject to legal and regulatory scrutiny. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their responses to the Sources Sought Notice by contacting Angela C. Gallo at angela.c.gallo@irs.gov, with specific submission guidelines outlined in the attached documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Angela C. Gallo
    angela.c.gallo@irs.gov
    Christian Fowler
    christian.a.fowler@irs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    SSN QA_FOIA-eDiscovery BPA_12.15.25.xlsx
    This government file outlines instructions for completing a Sources Sought Response workbook, designed to gather industry information on turnkey workforce development, training, and hire-train solutions, specifically for FOIA/eDiscovery BPA services. The workbook requires companies to provide detailed information across 'Company Information' and 'SSN Questions' tabs, addressing general capabilities, vision, acquisition models, governance, and solution capabilities related to FOIA and eDiscovery. It also inquires about market expectations, teaming arrangements, and optional feedback. Key requirements include using dropdown menus, concise open-text responses, and strict adherence to the workbook's structure. Completed forms must be saved using a specific naming convention and submitted via email to Angela Gallo at Angela.C.Gallo@irs.gov. The primary purpose is to standardize responses from industry regarding their expertise in large-scale FOIA, eDiscovery, and records-management SaaS platforms, including their integration of AI/ML, multimedia support, and compliance with federal regulations.
    SSN QA_FOIA-eDiscovery BPA_12.18.25.xlsx
    The document outlines instructions and questions for a Sources Sought Notice from the IRS, aiming to gather information from industry regarding turnkey workforce development, training, hire-train solutions, and specifically FOIA/eDiscovery BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement) solutions. It details how to complete the provided Excel workbook, emphasizing the use of dropdowns, open-text fields, and multi-select options, while prohibiting modifications to the worksheet structure. The notice also provides submission guidelines, including a specific naming format for the response file and an email address for inquiries. The core of the document consists of a comprehensive list of questions covering company information, general experience with FOIA/eDiscovery SaaS, platform vision (including AI/ML capabilities and multimedia support), acquisition models, governance, solution capabilities (e.g., case management, processing functions, compliance controls), market expectations, potential teaming arrangements, and optional feedback. These questions seek to understand vendors' technical capabilities, operational approaches, and compliance frameworks for large-scale federal FOIA and eDiscovery requirements.
    SSN QA_FOIA-eDiscovery BPA.xlsx
    This document outlines instructions and questions for a Sources Sought Notice from the IRS, seeking information from industry regarding turnkey workforce development, training, and hire-train solutions, specifically for FOIA/eDiscovery services. The primary purpose is to gather standardized responses to assess market capabilities for large-scale FOIA, eDiscovery, and records management, including unified platforms, AI/ML integration, multimedia processing, and federal FOIA process support. Vendors are asked to provide company information, details on their solution's vision, acquisition models, governance, and technical capabilities, including capacity for high-volume data and support for various ESI categories. The notice also inquires about teaming arrangements, cost drivers, and recommended performance metrics. Responses are to be submitted via Excel workbook following specific naming and submission guidelines.
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