19AQMM24N0068 RFI INSPIRE 2.0
ID: 19AQMM24N0068Type: Sources Sought
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/bcd83fe139474365acbd7481a66d9b20/view
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    The Department of State's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) for the INSPIRE 2.0 initiative, aimed at establishing a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for IT support services. The primary objective is to gather insights from qualified vendors regarding their capabilities in providing essential IT services, including system operations, application development, and cybersecurity, as INR transitions to a cloud-based network. This BPA, which will span from January 2025 to January 2035, is critical for enhancing INR's IT infrastructure and security to support its mission of delivering reliable intelligence analysis and policy advice. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically by September 23, 2024, to Cristian Reyes at reyescn2@state.gov or Annie Harlow at harlowal@state.gov, with a copy to Michael Dickson at dicksonms@state.gov.

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    Cristian Reyes
    reyescn2@state.gov
    Annie Harlow
    harlowal@state.gov
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    INR_TIO - INSPIRE BPA DRAFT SOW 20240827 - FINAL RFI.pdf
    The United States Department of State's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR) has established a Blanket Purchase Agreement for Intelligence Network Support, titled INSPIRE 2.0, aiming to enhance IT capabilities and security in support of INR's mission over a ten-year period. The agreement outlines various tasks including procurement administration, operations and maintenance of information systems, application development, cybersecurity services, and transition management, with specific performance objectives and requirements for contractors. The BPA is designed to facilitate efficient acquisition of essential IT services and to improve the reliability and effectiveness of INR's technological infrastructure.
    RFI 19AQMM24N0068 INSPIRE 2.0 - FINAL.pdf
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR) for eliciting vendor input related to the INSPIRE 2.0 Blanket Purchase Agreement, aimed at enhancing IT support and services for the department. It outlines the need for specialized contractor support in various areas, including lifecycle acquisition management, IT network operations, application development, and cybersecurity resilience, without implying any commitment to procure services. Responses from interested vendors must be submitted by September 23, 2024, outlining their capabilities and experience in line with the provided draft Statement of Work.
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