GSA Budget and Planning Application (BAPA)
ID: 47HAA025N0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONOFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICESOAS OFFICE OF INTERNAL ACQUISITIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/51466295bc7b479f97335810ccde7b3d/view
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    Description

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking responses to a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Budget and Planning Application (BAPA), aimed at enhancing the agency's complex budgeting processes. The procurement focuses on system development, management, and support services, specifically utilizing OneStream software to sustain existing functionalities, integrate data with external systems, and provide necessary training and documentation support. This initiative is crucial for maintaining comprehensive financial data and customizable reporting capabilities, with an expected scalability from 250 to 600 users and a minimum of 1,040 hours of support services annually. Interested vendors must submit their inquiries by October 16, 2024, and responses to the RFI are due by October 28, 2024, with further details available from primary contact Erica Pelham at erica.pelham@gsa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erica Pelham
    erica.pelham@gsa.gov
    Bonnie Impastato
    (202) 208-4959
    bonnie.impastato@gsa.gov
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    Attachment A -Budget and Planning Application ROM .xlsx
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) related to the Budget and Planning Application (BAPA), identified by the reference number 47HAA025N0001. Its primary purpose is to gather preliminary estimates regarding costs and the effort required for potential projects associated with the BAPA. Interested vendors are instructed to complete designated sections that comprise various licensing costs for an initial 250 licenses and estimates for scaling up to 600 licenses. It outlines the structure for providing a rough order of magnitude (ROM) that will assist the government in planning and strategy development. The RFI also mentions an ongoing requirement for operations and maintenance services. The document emphasizes the necessity for prospective offerors to provide insights across multiple option years. Overall, this RFI aims to facilitate informed decision-making for budgetary and project planning in governmental contexts by soliciting detailed vendor cost estimates and operational strategies.
    Attachment B - RFI No. 47HAA025N0001 - Budget and Planning Applicaton (BAPA) Questions Template.xlsx
    The document presents inquiries from contractors regarding RFI No. 47HAA025N0001, focused on the Budget and Planning Application (BAPA). It serves as a channel for vendors to seek clarification about specific aspects of the request for information. The file consists of structured sections, allowing contractors to categorize their questions numerically, which indicates a methodical approach to gathering the necessary details for compliance with the proposal requirements. The intent of the RFI is to ensure prospective contractors fully understand the parameters and stipulations of the BAPA project, facilitating enhanced proposals that align with federal and potentially state procurement processes. This document underscores the significant interaction between government agencies and private sector vendors, fostering transparency and effective communication in the federal contracting landscape.
    RFI Budget and Planning Application_ SOO 2024 (Final ).pdf
    The General Services Administration (GSA) seeks responses to Request for Information (RFI) #: 47HAA025N0001 regarding the GSA Budget and Planning Application (BAPA) to enhance their budgeting processes using OneStream software. The RFI outlines the goals for system development, management, and support services, emphasizing the need for flexibility in procurement and ongoing support during operational and maintenance phases. The current system capabilities allow GSA to manage complex budget requests and organizational hierarchies, maintaining comprehensive financial data and customizable reports. GSA aims to procure licenses that enable scalability from a baseline of 250 to 600 users and seeks support services with a minimum of 1,040 hours, extendable by an additional 1,040 hours yearly for various budgeting activities. Primary objectives include sustaining existing functionalities, data integration with external systems, and programming enhancements to improve accuracy and user engagement. Training and documentation support are also required to ensure effective usage of the BAPA system. The document clearly details the contracting process, timeline, and required submissions, reinforcing the government's commitment to efficient budgeting and reporting processes.
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