Integrated Productivity, Collaboration, and Security Software for On-Premises, Mobile, and Cloud-Based Environments Services
ID: 1019430702Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3ad747f83caf40fb8800a2cad6db1c4b/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking industry input for the procurement of an Integrated Productivity, Collaboration, and Security Software suite that operates across on-premises, mobile, and cloud environments. The objective is to identify a Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) software solution that meets federal security requirements while being user-friendly, flexible, and scalable to accommodate specific State needs. This initiative is part of the Department's broader strategy to modernize its IT infrastructure, enhancing global operations and collaboration capabilities. Interested vendors should submit their company information, functional capabilities, and examples of past performance to John Warner at WarnerJ1@state.gov, as participation in this Request for Information does not guarantee a contract award.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Warner
    WarnerJ1@state.gov
    Files
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    Integrated Software Multiple Environments RFI.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of Diplomatic Technology and the Office of Information Technology Acquisitions, issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights into the capabilities of commercial vendors in providing a Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) suite of software tools. This suite should support integrated productivity, collaboration, and security features across on-premises, mobile, and cloud environments, aligning with the Department's Information Technology Strategic Plan. The RFI seeks to identify potential partners who can supply these solutions, demonstrating suitable past performance and technical capabilities. Key requirements include a comprehensive business productivity suite, unified communications as a service (UCaaS), a scalable cloud computing platform, and robust data management and security features. Vendors must also showcase experience in implementing similar solutions for organizations of comparable scope and complexity. Responses should comprise company information, a functional capabilities assessment, and examples of past performance. This information will be instrumental in determining acquisition strategies and vendor interest, but participation does not guarantee contract award. The RFI underscores the Department's commitment to modernizing its IT infrastructure to enhance global operations and collaboration.
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