LOW-CODE/NO-CODE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT PLATFORM SOLUTION
ID: 1019530400Type: Sources Sought
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)
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    The U.S. Department of State is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) for a low-code/no-code application development platform solution. This platform aims to enhance operational and administrative processes for State personnel by providing scalable, flexible, and integrated application development capabilities that comply with federal security standards. The RFI emphasizes the need for solutions that ensure user-friendly application development, interoperability with existing systems, and robust security features, while also requiring respondents to detail their technical capabilities and relevant past project experiences. Interested vendors should direct their responses to John K. Warner at WarnerJ1@state.gov by the specified deadline, noting that this RFI is solely for information gathering and does not represent a contract solicitation.

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    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to explore industry capabilities in providing a low-code/no-code application development platform. This platform is intended to assist State personnel by allowing scalable, flexible, and integrated application development to enhance operational and administrative processes in compliance with federal security standards. The RFI seeks responses that detail company information, assessment of proposed solutions against functional requirements, and relevant past project experiences, specifically targeting vendors who can fulfill stringent security and access management requirements. Respondents are required to provide a thorough description of their technical capabilities as they correlate with the mandatory and functional requirements, ensuring that their solutions facilitate user-friendly application development, interoperability with existing systems, and robust security features. The document outlines submission guidelines, prohibiting contact with State personnel, and emphasizes that this RFI is purely for information gathering and does not constitute a contract solicitation. All responses will aid in refining the acquisition strategy and determining the best procurement approach for the Department's needs.
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