Army Vantage, Sole Source, Follow-on, PEO EIS ARDAP
ID: W519TC-25-R-VANTType: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is issuing a solicitation for a sole-source contract related to the Army Vantage System, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution developed by Palantir USG, Inc. This procurement aims to continue the Army Vantage operations, which enhance decision-making capabilities by integrating and analyzing data across various military functions, thereby supporting critical military operations. The justification for this sole-source contract is based on the unique capabilities of Palantir, which holds proprietary rights and is the only responsible source that can meet the government's requirements, as outlined in the approved Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition. Interested parties can contact Babette Murphy at babette.r.murphy.civ@army.mil or Maria Vital-Smith at maria.c.vital-smith.civ@army.mil for further information regarding the solicitation number W519TC-25-R-VANT.

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    The document outlines a justification for a sole-source contract related to the Army Vantage System, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) program under the Project Manager Army Data and Analytics Platforms. The justification stems from the authority granted by 10 U.S. Code 3204(a)(1), which allows for procurement when only one responsible source can meet the government's requirements. The Army Vantage System has proven to enhance decision-making capabilities by integrating and analyzing data from various military functions, such as logistics and personnel management. The analysis of alternative procurement methods concluded that a short-term sole-source contract is essential to transition to the forthcoming ADP 2.0 program, which aims to decrease reliance on single vendors through a modular approach. The Army plans to concurrently conduct a competitive bid for ADP 2.0 while maintaining Army Vantage operations, ensuring no capability gaps during the transition period. This document emphasizes the critical nature of Army Vantage in supporting military operations and outlines a strategic shift towards competitive sourcing to achieve long-term procurement objectives, aligning with the Army's broader goals for scalability and affordability in its data solutions.
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