Defense Acquisition Visibility Environment (DAVE)
ID: DAVE-01312025Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/76bd22c8dc124bac8e6b5401da2e9162/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide agile software sustainment for the Defense Acquisition Visibility Environment (DAVE) and the Acquisition Information Repository (AIR). The objective of this procurement is to enhance and maintain these critical systems that manage acquisition data and documentation, ensuring compliance with evolving policy and security requirements. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to improve the Department's acquisition portfolio management, which is valued at $2 trillion, by enhancing data accessibility and insight. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by February 18, 2025, to the designated contacts, Elizabeth Vaeth and Katie Keisling, with an anticipated contract award date of June 16, 2025, for a base period of 7.5 months and four 12-month option periods.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Elizabeth Vaeth
    elizabeth.i.vaeth.civ@mail.mil
    Katie Keisling
    alana.k.keisling.civ@mail.mil
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    Attach1_DAVE_Sources Sought_Final.docx
    The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition and Sustainment) has issued a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) to gather input for the Defense Acquisition Visibility Environment (DAVE) and Acquisition Information Repository (AIR) Support. DAVE serves as a centralized platform for managing authoritative acquisition data, while AIR stores critical documentation for acquisition lifecycle milestones. The agency seeks a contractor to utilize agile methodologies to sustain and enhance these systems, adjusting to changes in policy and security requirements. The anticipated contract award date is June 16, 2025. Responses are requested to a series of corporate experience and capability questions, focusing on recent engagements with the technologies used in DAVE and AIR, particularly emphasizing experience in software development, cloud environments, and security compliance. The document outlines expectations for contractor responsibilities, performance measures, and subcontracting information. This RFI is part of the Department of Defense's broader strategy to improve its $2 trillion acquisition portfolio management through better data accessibility and insight.
    Attach2_DAVE_Cap_Sust_PWS_Final.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the DAVE Capability Sustainment outlines the requirements for a contractor to sustain, maintain, and enhance the DAVE platform, which provides critical acquisition data to the Department of Defense. Central concepts include “Capability Delivery” and “Capability Sustainment,” which encompass software development, maintenance, technical compliance, and training. The contractor will utilize Agile methodologies to ensure timely delivery of software enhancements, with specific performance metrics such as completing 80-90 story points per sprint. The document emphasizes the need for efficient integration of new data sources, functional testing, and strong DevSecOps support, particularly in database and systems administration. Major tasks include sustaining DAVE and the Acquisition Information Repository (AIR), conducting independent testing, and providing operational support across multiple environments. Performance metrics are outlined, focusing on development velocities, system availability, automated testing coverage, and recovery times from outages. The contractor must adhere to quality standards for deliverables, including accuracy and timeliness. Personnel requirements involve key positions such as a Program Manager, Lead Developer, and DevSecOps Lead, all requiring specific experience and clearances. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to effective acquisition data management and informed decision-making across its acquisition portfolio.
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