End-to-End Software Development
ID: 70US0925R70092853Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS SECRET SERVICEU S SECRET SERVICEWASHINGTON, DC, 20223, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Secret Service, is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the development and modernization of its end-to-end human resources (HR) systems. The primary objectives include creating a comprehensive recruiting solution, managing job postings, enhancing candidate communication via SMS and email, and automating onboarding processes, along with capabilities for data analytics and document management related to hiring and employee relations. This initiative is crucial for streamlining HR operations while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Interested parties must submit their responses by April 28, 2025, in an unclassified format not exceeding 10 pages, and should direct inquiries to John Akin at john.akin@usss.dhs.gov or Shauntynee Penix at shauntynee.penix@usss.dhs.gov.

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    The United States Secret Service has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights for the development and modernization of human resources (HR) systems related to its end-to-end hiring lifecycle. This RFI, posted on April 18, 2025, serves as a prelude to potential future contracts and seeks information rather than formal proposals. The objectives include creating a comprehensive recruiting solution, managing job postings, enhancing candidate communication through SMS and email, and automating onboarding processes. Additionally, the contractor must provide capabilities for data analytics and document management linked to hiring and employee relations. The USSS emphasizes that responses should be submitted by April 28, 2025, in an unclassified format not exceeding 10 pages. Submissions must also include relevant company information and demonstrate experience with federal agencies. Although no contracts will be awarded from this RFI, the information collected will inform the Government's future acquisition strategy. Participants are advised that submissions become government property and must not include classified information. The document aims to ensure the USSS can effectively streamline its HR operations while adhering to necessary federal regulations and standards.
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