USCIS FY25 1st Quarter Engagement with Industry
ID: USCISFY25CONFERENCECALL1stQUARTERType: Special Notice
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICESUSCIS CONTRACTING OFFICE(ERBUR)Williston, VT, 05495, USA

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Other General Government Support (92119)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5691d87062924c37ad0587350301c2a2/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is hosting its first Quarter Engagement with Industry for Fiscal Year 2025 on October 29, 2024. This event aims to foster open dialogue between USCIS and industry stakeholders regarding current and future procurement requirements, with a focus on providing updates on upcoming Requests for Information (RFIs) and ongoing support services across various divisions, including Operations and Technology. The engagement is crucial for maintaining transparency in procurement processes and enhancing collaboration with small businesses, as USCIS emphasizes its commitment to strategic sourcing and operational efficiency. Interested parties can submit questions to USCIS by October 24, 2024, and should contact Michael Hamlett at michael.hamlett@uscis.dhs.gov or Danielle Hubbard at danielle.l.hubbard@uscis.dhs.gov for further information.

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    Industry Quarterly Conference Call Q1 FY25_V1.pdf
    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducted an Industry Engagement meeting for the 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 on October 29, 2024. The meeting's agenda included presentations from USCIS officials discussing small business participation, upcoming procurement opportunities, and ongoing support services across various divisions including Operations and Technology. The USCIS aims to maintain high levels of engagement with small businesses, highlighting their FY24 achievements in small business contract awards across multiple categories. The Operations Division outlined upcoming Requests for Information (RFIs), including Regulatory Support Services and Contact Center Support Services, emphasizing strategic planning for future procurements. Additionally, details were shared on existing contracts nearing their completion dates, including those related to data strategy support and facility management. The Technology Division focused on future initiatives related to IT services and digital innovation, showcasing plans for new procurements like Flexible Innovation for Rapid Engineering and other business analytics services. The document serves as a significant communication tool from USCIS to industry stakeholders, emphasizing transparency in procurement processes and engaging potential vendors in advancing the agency's operational capabilities. It underlines USCIS's commitment to collaboration and strategic sourcing to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness.
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