RFI Atlassian Jira and Confluence Software Alternatives
ID: RFI_Atlassian_Software_AlternativesType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8307 AFLCMC HNCK C3INSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78243-7007, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5e5a9cc7104c4d09a7b6f0c4d1e4dca3/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information regarding alternatives to Atlassian Jira and Confluence software licenses through a Request for Information (RFI). The primary objective is to explore alternative licensing options that can support over 100 DoD programs currently utilizing these tools for agile project management and software development, while minimizing the need for data export and contract rework. With approximately 10,000 users relying on these applications for daily operations, the DoD emphasizes the importance of maintaining productivity and efficiency in its software solutions. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses using the provided RFI template to Geoffrey Bender at geoffrey.bender.1@us.af.mil, noting that no contract will be awarded from this RFI and the government reserves the right to cancel the request at any time.

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    Geoffrey Bender
    geoffrey.bender.1@us.af.mil
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    RFI_Atlassian_for_Software_Alternatives.docx
    The government document outlines a Request for Information (RFI) from the Department of Defense (DoD) regarding Atlassian Jira and Confluence licenses. P1, which currently supports over 100 DoD programs with 10,000 users, seeks to explore alternative licensing options without transitioning to a different software platform due to concerns about data export and contract rework. The RFI requests information on several key points: alternative license types and their differences, associated pricing, any additional features, the transition process if a switch is made, and the software’s interoperability with other platforms. The intent is to find a solution that enhances productivity and efficiency while acknowledging that no procurement will result from this RFI, which the government may cancel at its discretion. The document emphasizes meticulous planning and consideration to ensure operational continuity in software that supports critical DoD functions.
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