ISS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
ID: FY25ISSrfiType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICEDEPT OF TREASURY IRSMEMPHIS, TN, 38118, 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/09f7de1338c54113a54fd9be662f0a0f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), is seeking information from small businesses regarding their capabilities to support the Infrastructure Shared Services (ISS) Program through a Request for Information (RFI). The IRS aims to acquire expertise in program/project management, systems development, architecture engineering, systems integration, and operations and maintenance support to enhance its technological framework and ensure continuous operations in alignment with legislative mandates. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to engage small businesses in federally funded projects, with the RFI designated as a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, and responses are due by December 26, 2024. Interested vendors should contact Greg Lombardozzi at Greg.j.lombardozzi@irs.gov or JW Terry at JW.R.Terry@irs.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Greg Lombardozzi
    Greg.j.lombardozzi@irs.gov
    JW Terry
    JW.R.Terry@irs.gov
    Files
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    iss draft pws.pdf
    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) seeks contractor support through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for its Infrastructure Shared Services (ISS) Program, which provides essential IT infrastructure support. The objective is to acquire comprehensive enterprise IT solutions to ensure continuous operations and facilitate various legislative mandates, such as the American Recovery Plan and the Inflation Reduction Act. The contract offers a mix of Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Labor Hour (LH) tasks across multiple periods, focusing on orientation briefings, knowledge transfer, project management, technical support, and transition services. Key responsibilities include delivering orientation briefings, managing the transfer of knowledge, overseeing project planning and execution, providing technical support across various platforms, and developing strategies for capacity and performance management. The contract emphasizes quality assurance, documentation standards, and adhering to IRS security protocols. It outlines a detailed framework for deliverables and stakeholder engagement. The contract spans five years, including one base year and four option years, reflecting the IRS's commitment to ongoing modernization and effective IT governance.
    ISS RFI.pdf
    The Department of Treasury has released a Request for Information (RFI) under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 for market research concerning the Infrastructure Shared Services (ISS) Program. This RFI seeks vendor responses solely for information and planning purposes, and it will not result in a contract or financial reimbursement for submitted information. The Department is specifically looking for expertise in program/project management, systems development, architecture engineering, systems integration, and operations and maintenance support. The RFI is designated as a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, with a closing date for responses set for December 26, 2024. Interested vendors must provide specific details about their organizations, including a capability statement and responses to technical questions outlined in an attached document. All proprietary information will be safeguarded by the Government, which will not be liable for any consequences related to inadequately identified proprietary details. The notice emphasizes that no proposals or offers should be submitted, encouraging potential participants to prepare for future solicitations following the review of responses to this notice.
    ISS TECH QUESTIONS.pdf
    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking information from potential offerors regarding their capabilities to provide professional services in addressing complex technical and engineering challenges. This inquiry emphasizes the need for established partnerships or agreements with major technology vendors, such as Tableau, Databricks, Informatica, and AWS. Respondents are asked to outline the nature and level of their relationships with these vendors to effectively support requirements laid out in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), specifically in Section 3.4. This request underscores the IRS's initiative to enhance its technological framework by leveraging expertise and resources from established industry players to fulfill its operational needs efficiently.
    RFI RESPONSE.xlsx
    The document outlines the procurement strategy for an upcoming government project titled "Infrastructure Shared Services." The government plans to issue a "Total Small Business Set-Aside" solicitation for this new contract, which is identified as a Next Generation contract. The incumbent for the previous contract, valued at $115 million, is Peraton, with the current contract number being 2032H5-19-F-00346. Specific details regarding the estimated timeframe for the RFP release remain undetermined, but the inquiries signify the recognition of this as a new requirement rather than a continuation of existing services. This suggests a strategic move by the government to engage more small businesses in federally funded projects, promoting competitive opportunities within the contracting space.
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