CISA COCO Industry Day: CISA Enterprise Engineering and Operations Support Services (CEEOSS)
ID: FY24CEEOSSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSCISA CONTRACTING ACTIVITYWashington, DC, 20528, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7b3aa500e8f34eab83d5e3f82fb05bff/view
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    Description

    Sources Sought HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF CISA COCO Industry Day: CISA Enterprise Engineering and Operations Support Services (CEEOSS) is a notice seeking information from potential vendors for the procurement of Enterprise Engineering and Operations Support Services for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). This service is typically used to provide support and assistance in the areas of enterprise engineering and operations for CISA. The Industry Day event will provide an overview of the requirement and allow for industry feedback and recommendations. The event will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on Friday, January 12, 2024, from 10:00AM to 11:00AM EST. The event will include a briefing on the draft Statement of Work (SOW) and a question-and-answer period. The current Task Order 70RCSJ23FR0000001 will be recompeted, with an increase in scope due to congressional acts and strategic priorities. Registration for the event will be provided at a later date. Please note that this Industry Day Notice is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or an invitation for bid, and the Government does not intend to make an award based on this event.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eva I. Shaw-Taylor
    eva.shaw-taylor@cisa.dhs.gov
    William Dunlap
    (202) 794-8527
    william.dunlap@cisa.dhs.gov
    Files
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    CEEOSS Industry Day Slides Jan 12 2024 Final.pdf
    The CISA Industry Day on January 12, 2024, focused on providing industry stakeholders with an overview of the Office of the Chief Information Officer's (OCIO) capabilities and the forthcoming enterprise IT support services procurement. Attendees were informed that the event's content is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation, emphasizing that questions submitted will be addressed and posted on SAM.gov after the event. Key objectives highlighted include engineering support for various IT and cybersecurity services, with the solicitation timeline indicating that quotes will be due in May 2024 and awards expected by July/August 2024.
    CEEOSS Industry Day Slides Jan 12 2024 Final.pdf
    The CISA Industry Day on January 12, 2024, led by Kate Ruyle, presented an overview of the agency's contracting and operational support services, emphasizing that the information shared was for planning purposes only and did not constitute a solicitation. The agenda included a discussion of the Office of the Chief Information Officer's initiatives to enhance IT capabilities, alongside future SOW objectives for enterprise IT capabilities, culminating in a projected timeline for solicitation and contract awards from April to August 2024. Participants were encouraged to submit questions via chat or email, with responses to be posted on SAM.gov.
    CISA COCO CEEOSS Industry Day Attendance 1-12-24.pdf
    The document provides a list of participants who registered for the CISA Enterprise Engineering and Operations Support Services (CEEOSS) Industry Day on January 12, 2024, detailing their names, organizations, business sizes, socioeconomic categories, and consent for contact information sharing. The list includes a mix of small and large companies, with various designations such as WOSB, SDVOSB, and 8(a) Program. All registrants indicated their permission for CISA COCO to share their contact details.
    CISA COCO CEEOSS Industry Day Attendance 1-12-24.pdf
    The document outlines participant registration details from the CISA Enterprise Engineering and Operations Support Services (CEEOSS) Industry Day held on January 12, 2024. It includes names, organizations, email addresses, business sizes, socioeconomic categories, and permission for contact info sharing for various attendees. A mix of small and large businesses, as well as various socioeconomic classifications, is represented in the participant list.
    CISA COCO OCIO CEEOSS Industry Day QA CISA Responses.pdf
    The CISA COCO CEEOSS Industry Day, scheduled for January 12, 2024, addressed various inquiries regarding the upcoming contract, clarifying that no draft solicitation sections will be released, the contract will be a hybrid of Firm Fixed Price and Labor Hour, and the estimated contract value remains undetermined. Participating vendors expressed concerns regarding the clarity of requirements and the need for more structured guidelines, emphasizing the importance of classification levels and potential small business set-asides. Decisions on contract vehicles, set-asides, and additional requirements will ultimately be based on responses received from the Sources Sought Notice.
    CISA COCO OCIO CEEOSS Industry Day QA CISA Responses.pdf
    The CISA COCO CEEOSS Industry Day on January 12, 2024, addressed various questions from offerors regarding the upcoming solicitation, including contract type, scope, and classification requirements. Key points include that a final solicitation will be released without draft sections, the anticipated contract type will be a hybrid of Firm Fixed Price and Labor Hour, and details on specific systems and tools will not be shared prior to award. The government is assessing various considerations like potential set-asides for small businesses and the classification levels needed based on the systems supported.
    Draft_SOW_CEEOSS 4Dec23.docx
    The Department of Homeland Security's Statement of Work outlines the requirements for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to enhance its enterprise IT capabilities, focusing on tasks such as technology evaluation, integration, and support services to improve security and operational efficiency. Key objectives include architecting and engineering IT services, managing system operations, and providing project management across all functional areas consistent with federal compliance standards. Deliverables include detailed reports, strategized plans, and continuous operational support to ensure high-quality service delivery while adhering to security and accessibility regulations.
    Draft_SOW_CEEOSS 4Dec23.docx
    The statement of work (SOW) outlines the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) requirements for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to enhance their enterprise IT capabilities. It encompasses various tasks including technology evaluation, enterprise technology services, solutions engineering, operations and maintenance support, and project management, with a focus on secure, scalable technology solutions aligned with CISA's mission. The document establishes compliance expectations, deliverables, performance periods, and the need for qualified personnel while addressing security and records management protocols for the contractors involved.
    SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE CISA COCO CEEOSS V3.docx
    CISA is seeking responses to a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify qualified firms for Enterprise Engineering and Operations Support Services (CEEOSS) as part of a recompete for current tasks, particularly in relation to mandates from recent congressional acts. Interested companies must submit a capabilities statement by January 22, 2024, highlighting their expertise in areas like technology evaluation, operational support, and project management, while the procurement process favors small business set-asides. Additionally, an industry day is scheduled for January 12, 2024, to further discuss the opportunity.
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