GeoNetwork Enterprise Support Services
ID: 1232SA24Q0168Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS AFM APDBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1140f8ca3e3246eeb6b1817a2adf7252/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking to award a sole source contract to GeoCat B.V. for Enterprise Product Support of its National Agricultural Library (NAL) GeoData applications utilizing the GeoNetwork platform. The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance maintenance, operational efficiency, and cybersecurity compliance for the GeoNetwork applications, which are critical for the USDA's research and information-sharing missions. The total estimated cost for the support over a three-year period is $189,000, and interested parties must submit their responses to the primary contact, Katelyn Nelson, at katelyn.nelson@usda.gov within five calendar days of this notice. The contract will include a base year and two one-year options, with strict adherence to federal accessibility standards and cybersecurity requirements.

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    Jacob Toft
    jacob.toft@usda.gov
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    FAR 13 Single Source Justification_requisition 1136978_GeoCat B.V - Redacted.pdf
    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks contractor assistance from GeoCat B.V. to provide specialized enterprise product support for its National Agricultural Library (NAL) GeoData applications, specifically using the GeoNetwork platform. Due to outdated software components posing cybersecurity risks, the USDA requires maintenance, technical support, and adherence to open-source best practices. Extensive market research indicated that GeoCat B.V. is uniquely qualified, as no other vendor matched their level of expertise and support capability derived from successful experiences with large-scale installations for governmental entities. A Sources Sought Notification (SSN) was posted, but responses received from various contractors were too generic and did not meet the specific needs outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). The total estimated cost for the support over three years is $189,000. The justification emphasizes compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation and underscores that competition is limited due to the specific requirements and the unique qualifications of GeoCat B.V.
    Statement_of_Work_Geonetwork_Enterprise_Support.pdf
    The USDA Agriculture Research Service's National Agricultural Library (NAL) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for enterprise support of its GeoNetwork geodata applications. The contract's duration covers a base year with options for two additional years. The contractor will deliver comprehensive support, including bug fixes, technical assistance, and open-source best practices for the GeoNetwork platform. Essential tasks include maintaining the NAL production system, configuring its authentication system, and providing performance tuning. Key deliverables consist of setting up helpdesk access, patching vulnerabilities, and regular reporting on support requests. The contractor must ensure compliance with federal security and privacy regulations, including Section 508 accessibility standards, and provide IPv6 compliant IT products. This RFP emphasizes the USDA's commitment to maintaining effective, secure geodata management while ensuring accessibility for all users.
    Statement_of_Work_GeoNetwork_Enterprise_Support.pdf
    The USDA Agriculture Research Service (ARS) National Agricultural Library (NAL) is pursuing a contractor for Enterprise Product Support of its GeoNetwork applications. The project aims to enhance maintenance and operational efficiency using the GeoNetwork platform over a contract period comprising a base year and two one-year options. Key contractor responsibilities include technical support, bug fixes, and implementation guidance, alongside ensuring compliance with USDA cybersecurity requirements. The contractor must manage user authentication, recommend best practices, and report documented service outcomes quarterly. An option for 50 additional hours of technical support is included. Deliverables dictate timelines for helpdesk setup, mitigation of vulnerabilities, and ongoing performance tuning. Furthermore, strict adherence to federal accessibility standards (Section 508) is mandatory, dictating the usability of ICT deliveries, with penalties for non-compliance. The contractor must also ensure IPv6 compliance for IT products, safeguarding sensitive USDA information handled during the engagement. This initiative signifies the USDA's commitment to developing an efficient, secure, and accessible digital infrastructure while supporting their research and information sharing missions.
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