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MAPSS Industry Day Webinar – Questions & Answers Document, Rev 1 (last updated: 2 April 2024)

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Common Questions (CQs)

• CQ1: What are the specific Task Order requirements and objectives?

o A: Each Contract/Task Order has its own requirements and objectives. Because the MAPSS portfolio is specific to Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS), the overarching requirement and objective is to provide support to the MDA Missile Defense System (MDS). Services include but are not limited to engineering support, financial and financial systems support, administrative/executive and public affairs/protocol support, safety and quality assurance support, intelligence/counterintelligence and security support, facilities and facilities/logistics management support, test support, business operations support, acquisition support, cybersecurity and Information Technology management/support, and strategic planning support. Additional details will be released as we are closer to the individual tranches.

• CQ2: Can you provide more details about the scope(s) of work?

o A: Each Statement of Work (SOW) will contain the requirements for the MAPSS contract.

MAPSS will start with each of the TEAMS Next requirements; awards will be aligned with the individual TEAMS Next contract period of performance end dates. As appropriate, requirements will be de-consolidated. MDA will adopt a tranche approach for MAPSS contract awards. Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements. Additional information for each requirement will be provided at the in-person Industry Day (August 2024). This information will include incumbent names and contract numbers, prior used NAICS codes/size standards, and set-aside information.

• CQ3: Are there any performance standards?

o A: Yes. The Contract Performance Oversight Plan (CPOP) will be used to monitor all contracts.

The CPOP will establish minimum standards for the Government to assess conformity to contract requirements as key indicators. Quality assurance will be ensured fairly through a systematic and documented approach. The intent is to ensure the Government receives services that comply with quality and schedule requirements broadly detailed in the tasks and scope of the contract. The contractor will not rate its own performance, but will be permitted to provide input – likely via quarterly self-assessments – presumably based on its own Quality Control Plan.

• CQ4: What are the timelines for release of the RFP or FOPR?

o A: We anticipate releasing the Request for Proposal (RFP) or Fair Opportunity Proposal Request

(FOPR) approximately six (6) months prior to the needed contract award date. For tranche #1, the first proposal request is tentatively targeted for 2QCY2025 for an award in 4QCY2025.

• CQ5: How long will we have to submit our proposals?

o A: Offerors will have approximately thirty (30) days to submit their proposals.

• CQ6: How long are each of the contracts expected to last?

o A: For planning purposes, we anticipate each award will have a 5 year period of performance

(PoP) consisting of a three (3) year base period and two (2) one-year option periods. There is also a six (6) month option to extend (not included in the five (5) year PoP). This is subject to change.

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• CQ7: What is the budget for each of the requirements?

o A: We cannot discuss the budget for each requirement; each requirement under the overarching requirements of MAPSS is tied to stakeholder elements.

• CQ8: Are there any limitations or restrictions on budget allocations?

o A: The budget at the CLIN level is reflected as the ESTIMATED COST and TOTAL HOURS which should be managed at the roll-up level. The estimated pricing worksheet (EPW) provides the expected labor categories, work place location, and recommended floor rates. The offeror is allowed to submit their allocated rate for each labor categories with projected hours which will add to the estimated cost and fee.

• CQ9: Will the Government release benchmark pricing? If so, are the benchmarks the ceiling prices?

o A: Yes, the Government will release benchmark pricing as part of the Draft RFP / Draft FOPR for each requirement. Benchmark prices will be annotated in the Draft EPW. Benchmark rates should be viewed as minimum rates. Guidance regarding deviations from the Government provided benchmark rates will be annotated in the RFP or FOPR Instructions.

• CQ10: How will proposals be evaluated and scored?

o A: As MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure / vehicles are determined, MDA will determine evaluation methodology and applicable criteria. The Government will be exploring other or alternate methodologies to increase evaluation efficiencies under MAPSS. At this time, there will be an emphasis on using Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 16 authorities, specifically use of FAR 16.505 “Fair Opportunity” in accordance with basic contract ordering instructions using the Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) methodology. MDA anticipates acquiring high quality services and performance at competitive market prices while simplifying and streamlining the evaluation processes and reducing source selection timelines. MDA is also considering the use of direct award / 8(a) set-asides and FAR Part 15 (traditional evaluation), as appropriate.

• CQ11: What factors will be considered in the selection process?

o A: MDA will determine evaluation methodology and applicable criteria as MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure / vehicles are determined. Factors will be outlined for each of the MAPSS requirements but may include how the offeror(s) score themselves at meeting the requirements along with whether their cost and price is considered fair, reasonable and realistic. Self-scoring will require offerors to substantiate their self-score with supporting documentation per the instructions provided for each requirement. Self-scoring will be validated by the Government. Offerors will also be required to hold an appropriate Facilities Clearance Level (FCL), meet Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) Management requirements and provide an Information Management Control Plan (IMCP).

• CQ12: What is the preferred format for submitting proposals?

o A: We anticipate proposal format will be limited to searchable PDFs with cost/pricing data in

Microsoft Excel format.

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• CQ13: Are there specific documents or forms that must be included?

o A: As MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure / vehicles are determined, MDA will define required documentation/forms with each requirement’s solicitation. We do anticipate that offerors will be required to submit an IMCP, an OCI Management Plan, and evidence of a FCL or a plan to get a FCL.

• CQ14: Are there any requirements for Key Personnel?

o A: Yes, MDA anticipates having a requirement for Key Personnel on each of the MAPSS requirements. Key Personnel will include a Contract Program Manager (CPM); any additional Key Personnel will be identified in the individual SOWs.

• CQ15: Who is the Contracting Officer for MAPSS? Can you provide contact information for each of the SOWs?

o A: Please direct your questions/ comments to MAPSS@MDA.mil. As MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure/ vehicles are determined, MDA will identify specific Contracting Officers for each requirement.

• CQ16: Are there specific compliance and regulations for any of the individual RFPs or FOPRs?

o A: Specific compliance and regulations pertaining to individual RFP/FOPRs will be released as a

Bidder’s Library. The Bidder’s Library will be included as part of the DRFP/DFOPR. The Bidder’s Library is not considered all-inclusive, as there may be regulations/compliance documents that are too large and and/or change frequently. These will be referenced only. Offerors should review these documents carefully to ensure they understand the compliance and regulatory requirements. Questions regarding the Bidder’s library should be submitted per the instructions listed with each DRFP/DFOPR.

• CQ17: How will compliance with regulatory standards be monitored?

o A: Compliance is monitored post-award as part of the CPARS process.

• CQ18: Can you provide incumbents name and contract #’s?

o A: MDA has a published list of previous A&AS contractor awards which can be found on the under Small Business Resources (https://www.mda.mil/business/midaess_teams.html).

Currently, MiDAESS and TEAMS awards are available; upon completion of all TEAMS Next awards, a similar listing will be available. Additional information for each requirement will be provided at the in-person Industry Day. This information will include incumbent names and contract numbers, prior used NAICS codes/size standards, and set-aside information.

• CQ19: Will past performance be required for each of the RFP/FOPRs?

o A: At this time we do not anticipate requiring specific past performance. Past Performance may be included as part of the self-scoring process by the submission of “work samples” (i.e., substantiating documents from previous government contracts that are relevant to the competed contract).

• CQ20: Are there opportunities for subcontracting on each of the RFP/FOPRs?

o A: Yes, there are opportunities for subcontracting on each of the RFP/FOPRs. Offerors are encouraged to review the RFP/FOPRs to determine if they will prime or subcontract.

mailto:MAPSS@MDA.mil https://www.mda.mil/business/midaess_teams.html

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• CQ21: What is the process for subcontractor approval?

o A: Prime Contractors will be required to submit each subcontractor for Government review/approval. This will include an OCI review along with facility clearance review.

• CQ22: How are changes to the scope of work handled?

o A: Changes to the scope of work will be submitted post-award via a modification package to the

PCO. The requested change will be reviewed to determine if it is within scope of the current contract; a change to the scope of work may include but not limited to additional labor categories (LCATs), full-time equivalent (FTE), and locations of performance.

• CQ23: What are the payment terms for each of the contracts?

o A: Invoices must be submitted electronically via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Pending review/approval, payment will be made by DFAS. Standard payment terms are net 30.

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Captured Webinar Registration Questions (WRQs)

• WRQ1: What are the differences between this solicitation and TEAMS NEXT?

o A: The primary difference between MAPSS and Teams Next will be the utilization of FAR 16 and

Government-wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) vs. MDA stand-alone contracts.

• WRQ2: Does the Government expect the SOW for Teams Next contracts to remain the same when transitioning to MAPSS?

o A: We anticipate the requirements under MAPSS to be similar to those under TEAMS Next. As appropriate, TEAMS Next requirements may be reallocated/de-consolidated under MAPSS requirements.

• WRQ3: What will the transition from Teams Next to MAPSS look like?

o A: The transition from TEAMS Next to MAPSS will begin with the MAPSS Industry Day Webinar

(March 2024) where we will provide early/additional information on the tranche approach to releasing Request for Proposal (RFP) or Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) for the individual MAPSS requirements. We anticipate hosting an in-person Industry Day in August 2024. This will allow contractors the opportunity to meet with Government representatives and ask questions. We will also provide more details on the individual tranches and the potential of using OASIS/OASIS+ and/or other GWACs/Multi-Award Contracts (MACs) vehicles.

• WRQ4: What are MDA's plans to unbundle requirements that were bundled as part of the TEAMS Next acquisition?

o A: MDA is considering de-consolidating some of the requirements currently under TEAMS Next.

The Market Research and Acquisition Plan(s) will be updated by tranche (per requirement) and will provide the details specific to any requirements that are de-consolidated. Additional information will be provided at the Industry Day in August 2024.

• WRQ5: What is the planned structure and scope of the MDA TEAMS Next contracts?

o A: TEAMS Next contracts have already been awarded/in the process of award. For MAPSS, we anticipate each of the contracts to be Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) – Level of Effort (LOE).

• WRQ6: What are the driving reasons why MDA is pursuing GWACs vs "MDA Owned" contract vehicle such as TEAMS Next?

o A: Compliance with the current acquisition environment and pursuant with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Memorandum M-17-22, subject: Comprehensive Plan for Reforming the Federal Government and Reducing the Federal Civilian Workforce; MDA has a goal of 80% “Spend Under Management” by 2029. Use of GWACs has the potential to reduce internal workload for the Agency, significantly streamline MDA’s evaluation process, and decrease award timeline challenges.

• WRQ7: Given the trend of protests related to the awards of GWACs, how is MDA preparing for this likelihood?

o A: The Government anticipates the use of GWACs/MACs will actually decrease potential protests. Additionally, the use of GWACs/MACs is consistent with OMB M-17-22.

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• WRQ8: In the event of an OASIS+ protest what vehicle(s), if any, is MDA considering for MAPSS?

o A: We anticipate awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on Government-wide

Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) and Multi-Award Contracts (MACs) such as GSA’s OASIS/OASIS+, OSD’s ATSS by WHS, DIA’s SIA III, NASA SEWP V/VI, and/or GSA’s VETS2.

• WRQ9: If using OASIS, will MDA allow GSA to do the evaluations - in hopes to end all the protests?

o A: The MAPSS Team and assigned Contracting Officers will be responsible for the evaluations of each of the MAPSS requirements regardless of the selected contract vehicle; the Agency or Owner of the contract vehicles (e.g., GSA, OSD/WHS, DIA, and NASA) are not responsible for the specific evaluation of the MAPSS requirements which may be on their contract vehicle.

• WRQ10: Why would MDA want to pay GSA a Contract Access Fee (CAF) instead of administering its own IDIQ?

o A: After careful analysis, the Government anticipates saving time and decreasing protests by utilizing GWACs (reference OMB’s M-17-22 memo). As many are aware, MDA received multiple protests regarding the size and status of Small Businesses. By using a GWAC or other MAC vehicle, we are ensuring all offerors meet their size/standard requirements as defined by their domain under such vehicle. Additionally, the use of GWACs and FAR Part 16 authorities, MDA anticipates streamlining the source selection process while also reducing the amount of time/money spent to carry out stand-alone contract awards and costs associated with post-award protests.

• WRQ11: Which GWACs or MACs are you considering for MAPSS? What are your decision criteria for selecting a particular GWAC/MAC vehicle?

o A: We anticipate awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on GWACs/MACs such as GSA’s OASIS/OASIS+, OSD’s ATSS by WHS, DIA’s SIA III, NASA SEWP V/VI, and/or GSA’s VETS2.

Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements. Furthermore, as MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure or vehicles are determined, MDA will post notifications to SAM.gov.

• WRQ12: Will MDA be able to maintain the high level of competition and performance by moving TEAMS-Next to a MAC/GWAC?

o A: Yes, MDA anticipates being able to maintain the high level of competition and performance by moving to a MAC and/or GWAC. Preliminary research indicates large contractor pools (of all socio-economic set-asides) that are capable of performing the MAPSS requirements participate on MACs and/or GWACs. It is to the Government, and contractor, advantage to utilize these vehicles to save time and money.

• WRQ13: How will MDA utilize OASIS+ in future contracting?

o A: We anticipate awarding the majority of MAPSS requirements on GWACs and MACs, to include

GSA’s OASIS/OASIS+.

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• WRQ14: Does MDA still intend to utilize OASIS+ for the follow-on to TEAMS Next?

o A: We anticipate awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on GWACs/MACs, to include GSA’s OASIS/OASIS+. Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements.

• WRQ15: Is it the MAPSS team's intention to re-compete all of the TEAMS next and other Advisory and Assistance contracts on OASIS+ M&A?

o A: Yes, we anticipate re-competing all of the TEAMS Next contracts on GWACs/MACs, to include GSA’s OASIS/OASIS+. Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements.

• WRQ16: Should OASIS+ be used for the MAPSS contracts, what are the intended OASIS+ Domains for each?

o A: If the Government decides to utilize GSA’s OASIS+, and in working with MDA’s Small Business Office to ensure opportunities for disadvantaged businesses are considered, the Government sees the potential to use all six (6) of the domains under OASIS+. Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements.

• WRQ17: What OASIS+ domains are most likely to see the MAPSS task orders?

o A: Should GSA’s OASIS+ be selected as the best vehicle, and in working with MDA’s Small

Business Office to ensure opportunities for disadvantaged businesses are considered, the Government sees the potential to use all six (6) of the domains under OASIS+ to meet the individual requirements under MAPSS. Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements.

• WRQ18: Does MDA plan to use the OASIS+ contract vehicle for the follow-on TEAMS Next Safety Contract?

o A: Market Research is not yet complete for Tranche #1 which includes the Safety requirement, so we cannot say definitively at this time that OASIS+ will be used for the Safety requirement under MAPSS. Sourcing decisions will be communicated as early as possible to enable Industry’s ability to make strategic business decisions.

• WRQ19: What NAICS codes do you plan on using for these future procurements?

o A: Additional information for each requirement will be provided at the in-person Industry Day.

This information will include incumbent names and contract numbers, prior used NAICS codes/size standards, and set-aside information.

• WRQ20: Can you provide POCs that might be determining OASIS+ Acquisition Strategies (pool, NAICS, etc.) for each task order/contract?

o A: We do not determine GSA’s OASIS+ Acquisition Strategies. However, if you have questions related to MAPSS requirements, contact the MAPSS Team at MAPSS@MDA.mil.

• WRQ21: Will there be an onramp to the OASIS+ contract?

o A: Please reference GSA for information regarding OASIS+ and onramp opportunities.

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• WRQ22: Would you consider 8(a) STARS III?

o A: Yes, MDA will consider the 8(a) STARS III vehicle during market research and acquisition planning for requirements that are IT service/IT service-based solution related.

• WRQ23: Will vendors be required to propose and win a seat on a MAPSS "MA-IDIQ" in order to propose on the individual contract awards?

o A: MAPSS is not an IDIQ vehicle. It is a suite of contracts grouped in tranches. We anticipate awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on GWACs/MACs such as GSA’s OASIS/OASIS+, OSD’s ATSS by WHS, DIA’s SIA III, NASA SEWP V/VI, and GSA’s VETS2. Vendors would already have to be on these GWAC/MACs, or onboard through the post-award onboarding processes PRIOR to submitting a proposal for a MAPSS requirement.

• WRQ24: Will I still have time to submit proposal for this Agile Multi-Agency opportunity?

o A: MAPSS will be for Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to MDA – not multiple agencies.

We anticipate awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on GWACs/MACs. Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate for the individual MAPSS requirements; for tranche #1, the first proposal request is tentatively targeted for 2QCY2025 for an award in 4QCY2025.

• WRQ25: What are the qualifiers to submit a proposal?

o A: Qualifiers include the following (in addition to any requirements in the RFP/FOPR): submitting

OCI Disclosure forms and attachments, submitting an OCI Mitigation Plan (if required), submitting a Mission Essential Services Plan, having an active FCL- Secret/Top Secret- as determined by the individual requirements, submitting an IMCP, and submitting an OCI Management Plan. This is in addition to meeting the requirements for doing business with the Government (NAICS, sam.gov account, etc.).

• WRQ26: Interested to learn about any set asides and goals for this effort.

o A: Additional information for each requirement will be provided at the in-person Industry Day.

This information will include incumbent names and contract numbers, prior used NAICS codes/size standards, and set-aside information.

• WRQ27: Interested in potential SBSA plans and carve outs from current F&O contracts for SBSA. 8(a) goals for MAPSS.

o A: Additional information regarding the Small Business Set-Asides (SBSA) will be provided at the in-person Industry Day in August 2024.

• WRQ28: Will there be Small Business (SB) set-aside only requirements?

o A: Yes, the Government anticipates there will be multiple set-asides for Small Businesses under

MAPSS. Additional information will be provided at the in-person Industry Day scheduled for August 2024.

• WRQ29: Will the Government consider setting aside some of the requirements for SDVOSB/WOSB?

o A: Yes, the Government anticipates there will be multiple set-asides for Small Businesses, to include SDVOSBs and WOSBs, under MAPSS. Additional information will be provided at the in-person Industry Day scheduled for August 2024.

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• WRQ30: Are Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) being considered?

o A: Yes, the Government anticipates there will be multiple set-asides for Small Businesses, to include VOSBs, under MAPSS. Additional information will be provided at the in-person Industry Day scheduled for August 2024.

• WRQ31: What considerations are being taken to incentivize new entrants & very small businesses participation in acquisition planning?

o A: MDA posted a Request for Information (RFI) Industry Survey in February 2024. We welcome responses from small businesses on this RFI as it asked questions on these topics; by replying you can give MDA insight during MAPSS acquisition planning.

• WRQ32: What are the requirements for small business participation?

o A: Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine the requirements for small business participation. MDA anticipates awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on GWAC and MAC vehicles. As MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure or vehicles are determined MDA will post notifications to SAM.gov.

• WRQ33: What steps should a small business take to be successful in the MAPSS process?

o As MAPSS information becomes available/releasable, MDA will post notifications to SAM.gov.

Other ways to stay up to date on information regarding MAPSS are as follows:

Register with the MDA Office of Small Business Programs to receive our quarterly newsletter which will include updates about all upcoming MDA acquisitions; for assistance please email Outreach@MDA.mil.

Attend the MDA Small Business Conference July 16-17, 2024 where MAPSS will be discussed and general matchmaking opportunities will be offered.

Attend the MAPSS Industry Day (in-person) targeted for late-August 2024; one-on-one sessions will be offered.

Continually monitor the MDA Office of Small Business Programs website to see the calendar of events and other helpful information:

https://www.mda.mil/business/smallbus_programs.html

• WRQ34: How will the MAPSS team ensure that more work can be broken out for small disadvantaged businesses?

o A: MDA posted a Request for Information (RFI) Industry Survey in February 2024. Reponses to the RFI(s) during market research, will provide MDA insight into how many small disadvantaged businesses are capable at performing the work and which, if any, of the requirements could be set aside for small disadvantaged businesses.

mailto:outreach@mda.mil https://www.mda.mil/business/smallbus_programs.html

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• WRQ35: Are there any options that are targeted for small business and SDVOSBs who do not have access to the various contract vehicles?

o A: We anticipate awarding the majority of individual MAPSS contracts on GWAC and MAC vehicles. However, Market Research and Acquisition Strategy approval(s) will determine which vehicles will be appropriate and as MAPSS requirements develop and contract structure or vehicles are determined, MDA will post notifications will be posted to SAM.gov. The MDA Small Business Office can be reached at Outreach@MDA.mil to further address your inquiry regarding opportunities at MDA for small business and SDVOSBs.

• WRQ36: Will teaming opportunities be identified?

o A: It is incumbent on the various contractors to put their teams together, the Government does not specifically identify teaming opportunities.

• WRQ37: Will you share a list of incumbents for teaming/subcontractor exploration? Will you share a list of current/forecasted contracts?

o A: MDA has a published list of previous A&AS contractor awards which can be found on the under Small Business Resources (https://www.mda.mil/business/midaess_teams.html).

Currently, information for the MiDAESS and TEAMS awards are available; upon completion of all TEAMS Next awards, a similar listing will be available. Additionally, a high-level of each requirement will be provided at the in-person Industry Day which will include information about incumbent names and contract numbers, prior used NAICS codes/size standards, and set-aside information.

• WRQ38: What FCL level will be required for prime proposal submissions?

o A: FCL requirements include either Secret or Top Secret. This will be specified in each separate

SOW and Draft DD254.

• WRQ39: What are going to be the OCI policies for MAPSS moving forward?

o A: MDA abides by the OCI Guiding Principles; if applicable, OCI guidance will be updated from

TEAMS Next contracts to MAPSS contracts. OCI rules will be outlined with each requirement under MAPSS.

• WRQ40: Will the OCI guidance for MAPSS be any different from TEAMS Next? If so, how?

o A: MDA abides by the OCI Guiding Principles; if applicable, OCI guidance will be updated from

TEAMS Next contracts to MAPSS contracts. OCI rules will be outlined with each requirement under MAPSS.

• WRQ41: Please discuss your OCI rules and which contracts OCI us from other contracts.

o A: MDA abides by the OCI Guiding Principles; if applicable, OCI guidance will be updated from

TEAMS Next contracts to MAPSS contracts. OCI rules will be outlined with each requirement under MAPSS.

https://www.mda.mil/business/midaess_teams.html

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• WRQ42: Do you anticipate any substantive changes to the OCI policy from TEAMS-Next to MAPPS?

o A: MDA abides by the OCI Guiding Principles; if applicable, OCI guidance will be updated from

TEAMS Next contracts to MAPSS contracts. OCI rules will be outlined with each requirement under MAPSS. Additional information will be provided at the Industry Day scheduled for August 2024.

• WRQ43: Please discuss the thoughts around OCI/OCI mitigation across the contracts, and explain when a company can prime and be a sub.

o A: MDA abides by the OCI Guiding Principles; if applicable, OCI guidance will be updated from TEAMS Next contracts to MAPSS contracts. OCI rules will be outlined with each requirement under MAPSS. Additional information will be provided at the Industry Day scheduled for August 2024.

• WRQ44: The registration questions reference a MAPSS Industry Survey published in February 2024.

Has this been posted already?

o A: Yes, the MAPSS Request for Information (RFI) Industry Day Survey was posted on 14 February 2024. The deadline for responses was extended on 1 March 2024 to 5 April 2024.

• WRQ45: Will there be a representative for MAPSS at the AUSA event in Huntsville the week after the industry day to potentially meet with?

o A: MAPSS representatives will not be attending AUSA. We are targeting a future, in-person Industry Day in late-August 2024 which will include one-on-one opportunities for Industry to schedule time with MDA and MAPSS Team members.

• WRQ46: What are the services needed to support the foundation through red teaming, site security testing, etc.?

o A: Please clarify your question. MAPSS will be for Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to MDA; we do not require additional services to support foundation through red teaming and site security testing as referenced in your question.

• WRQ47: How do you visualize your 3D software?

o A: MAPSS will be for Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to MDA; we do not anticipate 3D software requirements at this time for this acquisition.

• WRQ48: What are the requirements for Automation? Software Test Automation? RPA?

o A: MAPSS will be for Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to MDA; we do not anticipate automation, software test automation, or RPA at this time for this acquisition.

• WRQ49: General overview and Opportunities within Digital Engineering/MBSE for MDA contracts.

o A: MAPSS will be for Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to MDA; we recommend reaching out to the MDA Small Business Office at Outreach@MDA.mil to further address your inquiry regarding opportunities for Digital Engineering/MBSE on MDA contracts.

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• WRQ50: If you have IRES or C2BMC Contracts, would you allow our company to bid MAPSS efforts?

o A: MAPSS will be for Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to MDA. While MAPSS may have a requirement to provide support personnel that may work these efforts, we do not own the referenced contracts in your question.

• WRQ51: Detailed Tranche #1 schedule.

o A: Please see the question below for the answer (WQR52).

• WRQ52: Is there a schedule with the Tranches for acquisitions?

o A: Yes. Please see the MAPSS Tranche approach, as provided in the MAPSS Industry Day

Webinar (22 March 24). The Market Research and Acquisition Plan(s) will be updated by tranche (per requirement) and will provide the details specific to any requirements that are de-consolidated. Additional information will be provided at the Industry Day in August 2024.

• WRQ53: What is the best way to engage with Program Offices?

o A: Your point of entry for MAPSS information should come from the MAPSS Team

(MAPSS@MDA.mil). Reaching out directly to MDA Program Offices may result in inaccurate information. While PMO stakeholders will be involved in the acquisition process, they cannot provide Industry with the official, Government response or direction as related to each tranche and/or requirement under MAPSS.

• WRQ54: What's the best way to do business with your agency?

o A: Your best resource to see where your business might fit MDA requirements is to send an email to Outreach@MDA.mil.