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/019f6cde46c741cf899f2222ae5758c7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking proposals for a contract to provide cloud services in support of its operational mission, specifically through the Cloud Hosting Services 2.0 (FCS2) initiative. The procurement aims to award a single contract that encompasses comprehensive cloud support utilizing Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, with a focus on managing cloud hosting accounts while ensuring the FAA retains ownership of its data. This initiative is critical for enhancing the FAA's operational efficiency and oversight of cloud resources, with the anticipated solicitation release date set for December 2024. Interested vendors can direct inquiries to Laurie Jiavaras at laurie.p.jiavaras@faa.gov or Kathryn Scott at kathryn.scott@faa.gov for further information.

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    FCS2 SOW Draft v1.0 241115.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Cloud Services 2.0 (FCS 2.0) contract, tasked with providing IT cloud consumption services. The contractor will supply personnel, equipment, and services to support FAA operations across various environments by leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, with all services confined to U.S. soil. Key deliverables of the contract include monthly status and financial reports, meeting agendas and minutes, and notifications for maintenance and incidents. The contractor is required to manage all cloud hosting accounts directly, ensuring that the FAA retains all administrative control over its data and accounts. Furthermore, the contractor must communicate performance, risks, and account consumption to the FAA, and is responsible for transferring any existing accounts from prior contracts seamlessly. The comprehensive approach emphasizes strict adherence to regulations, seamless reporting, and operational efficiency, supporting the FAA's mission while ensuring robust oversight and management of cloud resources.
    Pre-Sol QandA for FCS2.xlsx
    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released the Notice ID 692M15-25-R-00009, addressing questions and answers regarding its Request for Proposals (RFP) for Cloud Hosting Services 2.0 (FCS2). The FAA emphasizes its intent to award a single contract for both Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, seeking proposals from vendors that provide comprehensive cloud support. The document outlines logistical queries regarding account management, cost allocation, and the transfer of existing cloud services. Key concerns include transitioning current workloads, monitoring cloud expenses, ensuring incident response, and defining the contract’s scope, which is limited to reseller services and excludes direct labor provisions. The FAA asserts ongoing government ownership of data while requiring vendors to manage cloud service accounts efficiently. Increasing reliance on AWS and Azure raises concerns about vendor lock-in and prompts suggestions for expanding the cloud service provider base to enhance competition and service offerings. This procurement strategy emphasizes the FAA's commitment to maintaining efficient cloud operations while ensuring financial oversight and minimizing operational risks. The anticipated solicitation release date is December 2024, with further industry feedback welcomed for potential updates to the Statement of Work (SOW).
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