Cloud services in support of the operational mission of the Federal Aviation Administration
ID: 692M15-25-R-00009Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION692M15 ACQUISITION & GRANTS, AAQ600ATLANTIC CITY, NJ, 08405, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER AS A SERVICE (DC10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c379586067da48e59539688f207f8400/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking cloud hosting services to support its operational mission through the Cloud Services 2.0 (FCS2) procurement. This initiative requires the contractor to provide comprehensive IT cloud consumption services from commercial providers, specifically Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, ensuring compliance with security protocols and efficient management of cloud hosting accounts. The services are critical for enhancing the FAA's technological capabilities and ensuring secure cloud computing to meet its mission needs. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Laurie Jiavaras or Kathryn Scott by November 25, 2024, with the anticipated solicitation release date set for December 2, 2024.

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    FCS2 SOW Draft v1.0 241115.pdf
    The FAA Cloud Services 2.0 (FCS 2.0) Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for acquiring cloud services from commercial providers Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure to support the operational mission of the FAA. The contractor is responsible for delivering comprehensive IT cloud consumption services, including infrastructure and platform services exclusively within U.S. regions. Key tasks include managing cloud hosting accounts, facilitating the transfer of existing accounts, and providing continuous reporting on service performance and financial expenditures. The contractor must ensure compliance with established security protocols, utilize government-furnished equipment, and manage any necessary maintenance or incidents reported by the cloud service providers. Notably, the SOW details deliverables such as monthly status and financial reports, incident reports, and notifications for maintenance. It emphasizes the contractor's obligation to pass on cost savings from CSP pricing changes to the FAA and outlines requirements for transitioning to a successor contract. This contract serves to enhance the FAA's technological capability, ensuring efficient and secure cloud computing services to meet its mission needs.
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