Quark Publishing Platform Production System (License)
ID: 12FPC224Q0072Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTERFPAC BUS CNTR-ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/607119b77f9647b2a7f6c6f7f243caa4/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, through its Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, is seeking quotes for a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order for Quark Publishing licenses, specifically for the Quark Publishing Platform Production System. This procurement aims to secure licenses for 1,000 users, ensuring the continued functionality of the National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) application, which is critical for maintaining Conservation Practice Standards. The contract is a 100% small business set-aside, with a submission deadline of 5:00 PM EST on September 10, 2024, and the performance period is expected to run from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2026. Interested vendors should contact Juan Rodriguez at juan.rodriguez9@usda.gov or Joel M Miro-Marquez at joel.miro-marquez@usda.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Juan Rodriguez
    (609) 438-3143
    juan.rodriguez9@usda.gov
    Joel M Miro-Marquez
    (540) 684-9953
    joel.miro-marquez@usda.gov
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    P03- SOW (Attachment A.).pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work for the renewal of Quark licenses and maintenance for the FPAC Business Center (FPAC-BC) of the USDA. Established in 2018, FPAC-BC centralizes various operations, with the Information Solutions Division managing technology delivery functions. The Quark platform is essential for overseeing Conservation Practice Documents (CPD), facilitating content creation, streamlined publishing, and quality assurance processes. The main objectives include renewing the Quark licenses for a duration of one year with a possible one-year extension. Key components involve the delivery of electronic licenses and the maintenance of a licensing inventory, adhering to federal guidelines. The document specifies software requirements for cybersecurity, privacy management, and compliance with federal regulations including the Privacy Act of 1974 and cybersecurity risk management. Additionally, terms regarding confidentiality, sensitive information handling, and contractor responsibilities are noted, alongside specifications for software compliance and FedRAMP certification for cloud services. This RFP emphasizes maintaining stringent standards in software licensing and risk management to support conservation practices through reliable technology solutions.
    P06- FAR 13.501 BN (Quark) (Redacted).pdf
    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Farm Production and Conservation Business Center (FPAC-BC), seeks to procure Quark Software for the Quark Publishing Platform Production System for a firm fixed price. This acquisition, which includes 1000 Named Users and managed service for 30 days, is necessary for the functionality of the National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) application, which has been customized to operate with the Quark software. Without this application, key standards for Conservation Practice Standards (CPS) would be jeopardized, leading to significant work stoppages and workflow disruptions for national and state leads. Although modernization efforts to replace the Quark software are ongoing, delays have occurred, requiring the continued use of Quark in the interim. This decision is deemed the most effective solution to meet current customer needs while ensuring the continuity of operations until the transition to a new system is completed, which is projected to conclude by the end of fiscal year 2024. The justification for this sole-source acquisition emphasizes the critical nature of maintaining existing functionality and meeting government objectives efficiently.
    S01 - 12FPC224Q0072 (Quark)(30AUG2024).pdf
    The solicitation numbered 12FPC224Q0072, issued by the USDA's Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, seeks quotes for a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order for Quark Publishing licenses. This is a 100% small business set-aside, aligned with NAICS code 541419 for Other Computer Related Services, with a deadline for submissions by 12:00 PM EST on September 6, 2024. Key deliverables include licenses for a Platform Production System accommodating 1000 users, with a period of performance spanning from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2026. The document outlines requirements for vendor registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), stipulations about potential price revisions for lowest price technically acceptable offers, invoicing through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform, and various contract clauses relevant to small business representation, compliance with federal contracting policies, and restrictions on certain telecommunications equipment. The goal of this RFQ is to procure the necessary software licenses efficiently while ensuring adherence to federal regulations.
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