7A20--RFI - Budget Tracking Tool (BTT) Replacement Tool
ID: 36C10A25Q0031Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFTECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B)EATONTOWN, NJ, 07724, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/abca21599f044c7290288d29cd942ecf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution for the replacement of its Budget Tracking Tool (BTT). The objective of this procurement is to enhance financial and acquisition data tracking, improve transparency, and ensure compliance with federal regulations, particularly in managing Congressional appropriations and supporting the VA’s Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process. This initiative is crucial for the VA's commitment to leveraging technology to improve service delivery to veterans while adhering to standards such as the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and the Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA). Interested parties must submit their responses by March 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, to Contract Specialist Brianna Feaster at brianna.feaster@va.gov, with the opportunity structured for a base year and four options for scalability.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brianna FeasterContract Specialist
    brianna.feaster@va.gov
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    36C10A25Q0031.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting information related to a Budget Tracking Tool (BTT) Replacement Tool through a Sources Sought Notice. The solicitation, numbered 36C10A25Q0031, is aimed at identifying potential vendors capable of providing a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution to replace the current BTT. Interested parties are required to submit their responses by March 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting office is located in Eatontown, New Jersey, and the point of contact for this solicitation is Contract Specialist Brianna Feaster. The notice emphasizes that response submissions will be archived 30 days post-deadline and does not indicate the use of Recovery Act funds. Attached documents provide further specifications on the replacement tool's requirements, including a detailed draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). This RFI serves as an initial step for gauging interest and capabilities in the marketplace, facilitating potential future procurement processes.
    BTT Replacement RFI Cover Page 3.4.25.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for Budget and Acquisition Management Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions and maintenance. This RFI seeks to identify qualified vendors capable of fulfilling VA's requirements and does not commit the government to any contractual obligations. Vendors interested in responding must provide company information, technical approaches to meeting the requirements, and details about the SaaS products they propose, including licensing and operational maintenance strategies. Responses should include the company’s registration details, business size and status, contact information, system availability, interoperability capabilities, and expected costs related to fulfilling the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). The deadline for submissions is March 12, 2025. This initiative underscores the VA's intent to gather information on potential solutions and is part of a broader strategy of competitive procurement. Vendors are encouraged to share feedback on the draft PWS to enhance clarity and understanding of the requirements.
    BTT SaaS Replacement RFI - Draft PWS 3.4.25.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution for Budget and Acquisition Management to enhance financial and acquisition data tracking, transparency, and compliance. The request outlines that the solution should manage Congressional appropriations, improve fiscal management, and support the VA’s Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process. The contractor is expected to provide installation, maintenance, help desk support, and comprehensive training. Tasks are structured to include project management planning, risk management, and implementation of security measures compliant with federal standards. The vendor will have to ensure adherence to regulations such as the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and incorporate features for budget formulation, execution, and acquisition tracking. Key performance indicators include maintaining data integrity, compliance with the Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA), and meeting specific reporting requirements. The contract is for a base year with four options, allowing for scalability and adaptability to government needs. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to leveraging technology for improved service delivery to veterans while maintaining compliance with federal requirements.
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