DRAFT Attachment 0001 Microsoft Core Professional Services and Support.xlsx

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding Microsoft products and potential alternative solutions. The VA is seeking pricing and technical information for a range of Microsoft products across various domains, including collaboration services, desktop, server, development, security, identity, CRM, compliance, business intelligence, IaaS, PaaS, and professional services. The VA currently has a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement and is investigating alternatives to determine the best path forward for cost-efficient and enterprise-level functionality.

The VA is not seeking proposals at this time but is gathering information to assist in developing its acquisition strategy and performance work statement. Respondents are asked to provide pricing, compliance, customer, and contractual details for the identified Microsoft products or recommended alternative solutions. The VA is interested in understanding any innovative concepts, supply chain risk management practices, and implementation approaches for alternative products. Responses are due by January 5, 2024, and the VA may issue a subsequent solicitation based on the market research results.