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This document is a modification to a previous Request for Information (RFI) for the Department of Veterans Affairs' Benefits Enterprise Services (BES) procurement. The VA is conducting market research for a contract to support comprehensive software development and production operations services, with a focus on DevSecOps, modernization, artificial intelligence, and machine learning efforts across multiple product lines including eMPWR, C&P, Memorials, BIA, and Appeals.

The procurement is expected to be solicited under GSA Alliant 2, with an estimated solicitation release in Q4 FY 2025 and contract award in Q1 FY 2026. The contract is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), with a NAICS code of 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services). Vendors are required to submit detailed capabilities describing their experience in managing large-scale DevSecOps teams, implementing CI/CD pipelines, ensuring information security, and transitioning complex modernization efforts. Responses are due by 1:00 PM EST on December 2, 2024, with a 15-page limit and no marketing materials allowed.