RFI Cyber Range
The Administrative Office of the United States Courts (AO) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to assess potential vendors for virtual cyber range services designed to support cybersecurity training for approximately 2,000 IT professionals within the Federal Court community. The RFI seeks to identify qualified vendors capable of providing a cloud-based training environment that can conduct live, virtual training events with simulated court network environments and support concurrent training scenarios. Specific requirements include the ability to integrate multiple cybersecurity tools like Qualys, Nessus, Splunk, and support up to 25 simultaneous students with customizable training modules. Vendors are asked to provide detailed information about their capabilities, including company details, technical solution specifics, experience with federal government contracts, and potential implementation challenges. The deadline for submitting responses is February 26, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern, with responses to be sent via email to Vanessa Jackson.
The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designations for this opportunity, and the intended NAICS code is 611420 (Computer Training) with a Product and Service Code of DF10 (IT and Telecom - IT Management As A Service). While no specific award value or budget range is mentioned, the RFI is explicitly designed for market research purposes and does not guarantee a contract award. The cyber range solution is expected to support comprehensive training across various cybersecurity domains, including cryptography, network security, offensive and defensive security, digital forensics, and incident response. The AO is seeking a solution that can provide pre-packaged content, support both on-premises and remote access, enable blue and red team engagement, and offer an intuitive interface for mission planning and scenario management. Vendors are encouraged to provide detailed information about their existing solutions, potential development capabilities, and experience in delivering similar services to federal government agencies.
2501 Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
2/5/25, 12:01 PM Common Enterprise Services (CES) and Technical and Program Support Services
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking a contractor to provide Common Enterprise Services (CES) and Technical and Program Support Services through a competitive 8(a) procurement. The selected vendor will deliver comprehensive technical support for the Technology Strategy Management (TSM) division, focusing on integration, governance, technical expertise, analysis, and strategic recommendations for enterprise technology infrastructure. Key contract requirements include providing enterprise architecture design, application development, portfolio management, technical assessments, and system configuration across complex technology platforms. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in technologies such as RedHat Linux, Windows, ServiceNow, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google), and DevSecOps practices. The Sources Sought Notice requires potential bidders to submit capability statements by February 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with responses to be emailed to Leatrice Person and JW Terry.
The procurement is designated as a Competitive 8(a) set-aside, potentially limiting competition to small businesses certified in the 8(a) Business Development Program. The contract will have a one-year base performance period starting in January 2025, with work to be performed at contractor facilities and IRS locations in Lanham, MD, Kearneysville, WV, and Memphis, TN. While specific award value was not disclosed, the complexity of technical requirements suggests a substantial contract with potential for multi-year performance. Contractors must be prepared to handle sensitive taxpayer information and comply with strict security protocols, including obtaining necessary security clearances and completing mandatory training. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and PSC code DF10 (IT Management as a Service), indicating a focus on advanced technological support services for federal enterprise infrastructure.
500020484 Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
2/3/25, 5:02 PM Digitalization Transformation (DT) Integration and Innovation Support
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is conducting market research for Digitalization Transformation (DT) Integration and Innovation Support services through this Sources Sought notice. The key objectives are to expand digital services, enable digital processing, and remove barriers to electronic filing. The contractor will provide expertise in areas such as program/project management, technical solutions, digital enablement, and enterprise lifecycle management. Interested parties are requested to submit a white paper, not exceeding 5 pages, that addresses the specified information requirements by 3:00 PM EST on August 8th, 2024. The government will use the information gathered to determine the feasibility of a small business providing the necessary support, whether adequate competition exists to set-aside the competition for small business, and the most appropriate contract vehicle.
This requirement is set-aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, with a small business size standard of $24.5 million. The acquisition strategy has not been determined, and the period of performance includes a 12-month base period followed by three 12-month option years. The IRS is not seeking or accepting unsolicited proposals, and the government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this Sources Sought notice.
2032H5-24-N-00014 Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
7/29/24, 11:18 AM Business and Logistics Management Support Services (BL/MSS)
The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking Business and Logistics Management Support Services (BL/MSS) through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to support its Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center. The procurement will focus on providing administrative and management consulting services to assist various Coast Guard divisions with acquisition integration, performance measurement, project management, and strategic planning. Potential contractors must have GSA Schedule contracts and be prepared to participate in a two-phase evaluation process that will assess prior experience and pricing. The government will conduct market research and host an industry day to gather information from potential vendors, with the most recent industry day held on February 20, 2024. Interested firms were required to submit additional questions in writing by February 27, 2024, and should be prepared for a solicitation release anticipated in late March or mid-April 2024.
The contract is designated as a total small business set-aside, with the Coast Guard intending to award between three and five BPAs, including at least two vendors from socio-economic categories. The procurement will utilize GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Special Item Number (SIN) 541611 for Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. The period of performance will span ten years, consisting of a five-year base period and five one-year option periods. While specific award values were not explicitly stated, the government indicated each BPA would be valued at over $4 million. Proposals are expected to be submitted in mid-June 2024, with contract evaluations completed by late June 2024 and final contract award targeted for late January 2025. The competitive procurement will follow Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) procedures under sections 8.405-3 and 8.405-5.
BLMSSFY2405292023 Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard
5/29/23, 9:59 AM TAX PRO ACCOUNT APPLICATIONS DEVSECOPS, INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT SERVICES
The Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is conducting market research for TAX PRO ACCOUNT APPLICATIONS DEVSECOPS, INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT SERVICES (Solicitation No. 2032H5-24-N-00009). The IRS is seeking a contractor with expertise in digital integration, collaboration, technical advisory support, architecture, requirements, agile methodology, and product management to support the rapid deployment of customer-centric, self-service digital capabilities for business taxpayers. The key objectives are to increase online interactions, reduce paper and phone volumes, and implement innovative technologies within the next 2 years. Interested parties are asked to submit a 5-page white paper providing company information, relevant contract vehicles, capability and experience, assessment of the NAICS code, comments on the Performance Work Statement, and any other useful information. Responses are due by 2:00 PM EST on May 29, 2024.
This is not a set-aside procurement, and large businesses are not precluded from responding. The NAICS code is 541690, Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services, with a $19.0 million small business size standard. The acquisition strategy has not yet been determined, and the government is conducting this sources sought to support decision making and will not disclose the information outside the IRS. No award will be made as a result of this market research.
2032H5-24-N-00009 Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
5/15/24, 4:21 PM