DOL Cloud Based Services
ID: OAA-25-00018Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

LABOR, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENTDOL-ITAS DIVISION B PROCUREMENTWASHINGTON, DC, 20210, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f91a855b13af4e1c9d6428af43101c95/view
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    Description

    The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking sources for a cloud-based career planning and management system, similar to My Best Bets/MyPACE, through a Sources Sought Notice (Reference No. OAA-25-00018). The platform must be hosted on a FEDRAMP certified Cloud and demonstrate compliance at a “moderate” level or higher. This initiative aims to enhance career services provided by the DOL, emphasizing the importance of compliant technological solutions in government operations. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications, including GSA contract number, socio-economic status, and a two-page summary of their capabilities by November 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, with submissions directed to the designated contacts.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karen Corporal
    (703) 625-3679
    Kmorelli@corporalpcrepair.com
    NaShaunte J. Graham
    graham.nashaunte.j@dol.gov
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    Sources Sought Notice.docx
    The Department of Labor (DOL), through its Office of Assistant Secretary of Administration and Management (OASAM), is issuing a Sources Sought Notice (Reference No. OAA-25-00018) to identify potential vendors capable of providing a career planning and management system similar to My Best Bets/MyPACE. The requested platform must be hosted on a FEDRAMP certified Cloud and demonstrate current compliance at a “moderate” level or higher. Interested companies must submit specific information, including their GSA contract number, socio-economic status, business size, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Cage Code, capabilities statement, and a two-page summary detailing how they meet the requirements regarding FEDRAMP certification. The submission deadline is set for November 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, and proposals should be sent via email to designated contacts. The notice clearly states that the government will not cover any costs incurred in the response process. This request highlights the DOL's initiative to enhance career services through compliant technological solutions, emphasizing the importance of government oversight and rigorous standards in the acquisition of software services.
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