The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for providing Enterprise-level Information Technology (IT) Services Support to the Army’s Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G9. The contractor is tasked with delivering IT cybersecurity and data management services to enhance operational readiness and IT service delivery, focusing on compliance with Department of Defense Directives. Key objectives include improving IT service delivery, supporting data management initiatives, optimizing cloud system administration, and implementing a Zero Trust Architecture for enhanced security.
The work will cover several areas: cloud system administration, web services development, Microsoft 365 support, and IT management. The contract spans one base year with two optional renewal years, emphasizing contractor accountability without direct government supervision. It mandates adherence to established quality control, security requirements, and clear communication with government representatives.
Set within the context of federal RFP processes, the PWS emphasizes the need for capable contractors with security clearances and relevant IT expertise, ensuring proper management of government property and support of IT operations within set regulatory frameworks. The document details the operational expectations for the contractor, addressing potential conflicts of interest, training requirements, and the importance of data rights related to produced materials.
The U.S. Government, through the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G9, is issuing a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for non-personal services related to Enterprise Level IT Cyber Security and Data Management to assist in meeting mission requirements. The intention is to award a contract, focusing on small businesses from various socioeconomic categories. The announcement aims to gather industry feedback on the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated March 31, 2025, and encourages small businesses to demonstrate their capabilities. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541512, with a size standard of $34 million.
Responses are invited, addressing key conditions affecting competition, firm qualifications, and relevant past experiences. Additionally, vendors must outline their quality control methods and approaches for IT service delivery, cloud systems support, and collaboration facilitation using Microsoft 365 tools. This solicitation does not constitute a formal RFP, and submission of any proposals or quotes at this stage is not accepted. Interested firms should submit their capabilities before 5:00 PM CDT on March 31, 2025, following instructions outlined in the SSN. The request emphasizes the necessity of clear communication and adherence to guidelines to ensure potential competition for the contract.