The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Information Technology Functional Services and Support for the Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC). The Administration and Resource Management Division seeks contractor support to provide day-to-day applications systems administration, maintenance, and service desk support, ensuring compliance with DoD and USMC standards. Key tasks include developing complex applications, maintaining various databases and SharePoint sites, providing training, and offering tiered service desk support. The contractor is responsible for project management, reporting, and documentation, necessitating proven experience in IT project management and a strong understanding of cloud services and cybersecurity requirements.
Additionally, the PWS emphasizes the necessary security clearances, personnel requirements, and data rights assertion needed for contractor engagement. The purpose of the document aligns with federal RFP objectives, aiming to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring the security and effectiveness of IT services for the Marine Corps. Overall, the PWS details the structured expectations for contractor performance and management in the context of supporting military IT functionality.
The Marine Corps Installations, National Capital Region, is soliciting information from Certified 8(a) small businesses for Information Technology Functional Services and Support (FSS) on behalf of Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC). This Request for Information (RFI) aims to conduct market research and gauge the capabilities of potential contractors for day-to-day applications systems administration and support at HQMC and related entities. The services will operate within USMC's information strategy and require compliance with security measures, including obtaining Government Common Access Cards and SECRET clearance.
Companies are invited to provide feedback on service scope, costs, performance risks, and any vagueness in requirements, along with recommendations for improvements. Essential details such as technical solutions, risk mitigation strategies, and market feasibility should be included in submissions. Responses need to be submitted by November 5, 2024. This RFI is informational and does not constitute a solicitation, leaving the government under no obligation to award a contract. The initiative highlights the Marine Corps' commitment to enhancing IT support capabilities while ensuring compliance with regulatory security protocols.