R408--Enterprise Risk Management
ID: 36C10D25Q0195Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS BENEFITS ADMIN (36C10D)WASHINGTON, DC, 20006, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/51f420fe3b854019882a93b75e6a37f2/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), is seeking information regarding Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) services through a Request for Information (RFI). The objective of this procurement is to enhance the VBA's ERM program by providing training, developing governance documents, facilitating risk assessments, and integrating ERM with management processes, all in alignment with OMB Circular A-123. This initiative is crucial for improving risk management practices within the VBA, which serves a large federal workforce. Interested vendors are invited to submit their responses electronically to Contract Specialist Bridget R. Bartolomei at bridget.bartolomei@va.gov by the extended deadline of December 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, as this RFI is not a solicitation for a binding contract but rather a means to gather information for future planning.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bridget R BartolomeiContract Specialist
    (781) 687-3152
    Bridget.Bartolomei@va.gov
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    36C10D25Q0195 0001_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Enterprise Risk Management services, modifying a previous notice. This RFI is not a solicitation but seeks information for planning purposes. Key changes include removing an 8(a) set-aside, allowing all interested vendors to respond, and extending the submission deadline to December 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. The RFI asks for company details, GSA/FSS contract numbers, socio-economic status, and extensive experience in advancing enterprise risk processes and conducting risk assessments for large federal agencies (20,000+ employees) in accordance with OMB Circular A-123. Respondents must also describe personnel experience, provide rough cost estimates, and detail past performance with three examples, including contract specifics and accomplishments for each task outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Responses must be submitted electronically to Bridget Bartolomei.
    36C10D25Q0195_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Enterprise Risk Management services. This RFI, identified as 36C10D25Q0195, seeks information for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for a binding contract. The VBA is gathering information to develop its acquisition strategy and refine the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Enterprise Risk Management services within the Office of Financial Management. Responses are due by October 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time and should be submitted electronically to Bridget Bartolomei at bridget.bartolomei@va.gov. The RFI targets 8A set-aside businesses and requests details on company information, GSA/FSS contracts, socio-economic status, experience with enterprise risk processes and assessments for large federal agencies (20,000+ employees) as per OMB Circular A-123, qualifications of ERM personnel, estimated costs, and three examples of past performance relevant to the PWS tasks.
    PWS VBA RM FY26.docx
    The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) seeks a contractor for the "Continuation of Enterprise Risk Management Maturation" to enhance its ERM program, aligning with OMB Circular No. A-123. The contractor will provide ERM training to VBA Senior Analysts and Executives, focusing on culture change, process maturation, and developing analytical tools. The scope includes creating governance documents, facilitating risk assessments, developing risk appetite statements, and integrating ERM with management processes like strategic planning and budget formulation. The contract is a Firm Fixed-Price for a one-year period with four option years. Key personnel must have significant ERM experience and relevant certifications. The contractor must adhere to security requirements, including background investigations for all personnel requiring access to VA facilities or systems. Deliverables include training materials, meeting reports, updated ERM playbooks, and various plans related to governance, communication, project management, and transition.
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