Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought/ Market Research Synopsis for MDA Visual Information and Production Centers (VIPC)
ID: MDAVIPCRFI2024Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEMISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35898, USA

NAICS

Graphic Design Services (541430)

PSC

PHOTO/MAP/PRINT/PUBLICATION- ARTS/GRAPHICS (T001)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9047be8c154342e0854b54d23a1e16ce/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify businesses capable of providing Visual Information Production Center (VIPC) services, including graphic design, photography, and video production across multiple locations. The MDA requires high-quality multimedia services to support its missile defense initiatives, emphasizing operations in both unclassified and classified environments, while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity standards. Interested parties must submit capability statements detailing their relevant experience and ability to manage advanced technological environments by September 22, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Luke Benton at luke.benton@mda.mil or Willis Brice at willis.brice@mda.mil.

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    VIPC RFI-SS_05SEPT2024.pdf
    The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is conducting market research to identify entities capable of providing Visual Information Production Center (VIPC) services. This Request for Information (RFI) seeks businesses knowledgeable in graphic design, photography, video production, and related multimedia services across multiple MDA locations, including the National Capital Region, Huntsville, and others. The program emphasizes unclassified and classified operations, with a focus on high-quality design and production that supports MDA's missile defense initiatives. Respondents are invited to submit capability statements detailing their experience in managing multimedia operations similar to VIPC requirements, which include overseeing daily tasks, ensuring compliance, and delivering professional media services. Additionally, candidates should illustrate their ability to ensure cyber security and manage advanced technological environments compliant with Department of Defense standards. The MDA intends to potentially utilize the AbilityOne Program to engage agencies that employ individuals with disabilities, aiming to allocate at least 10% of total contract dollars to these services. This solicitation, mainly for planning purposes, does not obligate the government to award a contract, and detailed responses are due by September 22, 2024.
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