Industry Call FY24 Q3 QAs-final responses.pdf

CO Division Slide posted/updated

Question Response

USCIS RAPID acquisition (APFS 2023062529): Vendor would like to submit the following questions:

1. Will RAPID be a single or multiple-award?

2. Is RAPID confirmed as unrestricted on GSA MAS under SIN 54151S?

1. We are anticipating up to 2 task order awards for RAPID. 2.

Yes, that is the plan. We are still in the acquisition planning phase.

USCIS RIVER opportunity (APFS F2023062529):

1. Will USCIS be using a Coding/Technical Challenge and/or Orals as part of the acquisition process?

2. When does USCIS anticipate releasing a draft RFP and holding an Industry Day prior to release of the final solicitation?

1. Yes, we plan to utilize a coding challenge for both RAPID and RIVER.

2. We plan to release a draft RFQ in May. Please continue to monitor APFS for the most up-to-date information.

Can you provide more details on the acquisition/evaluation strategy for RAPID/RIVER? Will there be multiple phases for RAPID/RIVER? Will there be a coding or technical challenge involved in

RAPID/RIVER?

We are still in the acquisition planning phase so this is not by any means finalized. We anticipate utilizing a two-phased approach with an advisory downselect. And then a coding challenge in phase 2.

HOST Would you be sharing these updated slides?

How can we access these slides?

A copy of the presentation slides can be found here:

https://sam.gov/opp/f82a10bcecf94afd9b8e3358831fa0c4/view. See version 1.1 in the Attachments section. Any updates, to include the slides for today’s presenter Mr. Tom Dumouchelle as well as the Q&As, will be published to sam.gov at a later date.

Disclaimer: The response to the questions provided herein may differ from the solicitation that is released for the requirement. Industry should reference the released solicitation and not hold the government liable for any responses listed herein.

TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

FY24 Q3 Industry Call Q&As (April 23, 2024)

During and Post Call Questions and Answers

OPERATIONS DIVISION

PRE-CALL SUBMITTED QUESTIONS

HOST

Host/Redding

1. Will that industry/vendor engagement day in June be in person?

2. Can you give any indication of the timing for the June 11 mtg?

3. Will there be an attendance cap for that meeting in June?

time of day?

4. When do you expect to post registation information for June 11?

5. Is there any in-person industry day coming in DC/Maryland/Virginia?

6. For the USCIS industry day, are there anticipated limits on the number of attendees per company?

1. The industry day will be in person as well as virtually using MS Teams Live.

2. USCIS is to hold an all day event.

3. Undertermined, but limited to 1-2 particpants per company due to capacity limitation of our conference center.

4. USCIS is planning to finalize the annoucement before mid May.

5. yes, June 11, 2024 , see announcement:

https://sam.gov/opp/d7cffe1303e248e89a40482a6db00e3e/view

6. The capacity of USCIS Tomich Center is 300 and therefore USCIS does planning on limiting the number of attendees per company to 1-2 participants, as well as capping the total attendance for in-person attendees.

Redding COCO Are there any plans for Simplified Acq at USCIS? We execute contracts/orders at all levels to include simplified thresholds.

Do vendors need to obtain a security clearance to pursue opportunities to work with USCIS?

Each requirement has it's own requirements and they will be outlined in the solicitation.

Will USCIS strategically source through GSA MAS more often?

Market research determines the contract vehicle based on the requirement and the available strategic source vehicle. so it "depends" at the time and requirement

Does USCIS measure contract performance of SB awards to ensure it was the right decision to do SB set-aside?

Yes, performance is monitored as part of contract administration, and reported in CPARS when applicable. If there is a recurring need for the requirement then this would likely be a consideration during market research of the recompete/follow-on effort.

Redding/Hubbard Overall, how does USCIS determine which opportunities are awarded as 8(a) direct awards -- through formal market research or other?

When determining whether an 8(a) direct award is appropriate for a requirement, the total value of the requirement and the market research findings are considered.

Redding/Hubbard There seems to be numerous 8(a) direct awards. How does an 8a with relevant skills get on USCIS radar to have a chance of a direct award in the future?

Please monitor APFS for requirements that your company may be interested in and capable of supporting. We encourage you to reach out to the points of contact assigned within APFS for the specific requirement to express your interest and share any relevant information regarding your company's capabilities.

Guest/T. Dumouchelle OIT Will you share the organization/division POC and email address?

We are coordinating with OIT to determine the most effective method to support vendor outreach. APFS records also include the names and contact information for the program and contracting POCs.

B. Helms OPS 40

Business Process Analysis Leading to Integrated Technology Solutions, APFS Number: 2024065553 What is the contract vehicle for Business Process Analysis Leading to Integrated Technology Solutions?

Per the posted APFS record, this requirement is planned as a definitive contract to a selected 8(a) vendor that is undergoing SBA acceptance.

multiple Tech 54

Upcoming RFIs (Technology)

1. EIS CONTACT CENTER II: If the Contact Center requirement on page 54 leads to a procurement, will that be in FY25 or in FY26?

2. Contract Vehicle for Enterprise Contact Center?

3. Will the contact center be a small business set aside?

4. Who is the POC for the contact center?

5. Is there a good POC for the EIOSS 2?

1. It is in FY25, but at that question is submitted via email, then we can provide a better response.

2. $50-$100M

3. To be determined based on market research.

4. Lora Gross

5. The current POC would be our Contracting Officer, Gregory Schroeder, but we will have a other point of contact coming on board joining our team that's going to be working that requirement.

TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

OPERATIONS DIVISION

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 57

Rapid Application & Product Integration Delivery (RAPID) - myUSCIS APFS Number: 2024065191

1. Regarding RAPID 2024065191, Can you pleases provide more detail regarding Draft PWS or RFP?

2. Please provide the vehicle for the multiple award contract and the # of awards

1. We plan to release a draft RFQ. 2. GSA MAS IT. We anticipate up to two awards for RAPID.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56/57

Is there still expected to be a Draft and Industry day for RIVER Resources for InnoVation and Enterprise Readiness (RIVER) (Formerly part of RAPID) APFS Number: 2023062529 and RAPID?

Is USCIS still planning an industry day for RIVER (and

RAPID)?

Yes, we plan to release a draft RFQ for RIVER. No, at this time we are not planning a targeted industry day for RIVER or

RAPID.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56/57 Would RIVER and RAPID include a coding challenge?

Yes, we anticipate a phase 2 coding challenge in both RIVER and

RAPID.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56/57 How likely is the expected release date for RAPID and RIVER going to remain 6/3/2024? Please continue to monitor APFS for updates.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56/57 Will RIVER/RAPID be released at the same time or staggered like FALCON/EYAS?

They are tracking very similarly at the moment. We expect RIVER will be released first followed by RAPID a few weeks later. APFS dates will be updated when more firm dates are known.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56/57 Will Phase One Downselect for RAPID/RIVER be based on Orals Presentations or Past Performance?

The anticipated Phase 1 factor(s) is Corporate Experience via written submission.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56 To clarify, two task orders will be awarded with RIVER? We are anticipating 4-5 task order awards for RIVER , and up to 2 for RAPID

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 57 Could you please confirm that RAPID phase 2 will be a coding challenge?

Correct. We are anticipating a phase 2 coding challenge in both RAPID and

RIVER.

Kurtz/Gadwah Tech 56/57 Will RIVER and RAPID be competed at the same time or staggered?

They are tracking very similarly at the moment. We expect RIVER will be released first followed by RAPID a few weeks later. APFS dates will be updated when more firm dates are known.

Tech Will you have oral presentation as part of the response for rapid?

Our factors have not been finalized yet, but right now we are expecting a written submission for phase one, some sort of corporate capability and then phase two will be coding challenge and price. The factors are not finalized yet, but that is what we're anticipating.

P. Simon Tech 68

Outcome-Based Delivery and DevOps Services (ODOS) IV, APFS Number: TBD

1. Will there be an industry day and/or draft RFP for ODOS released?

2. Will ODOS be a Multi awards?

3. Will ODOS have a small business track>

1. Right now we don't contemplate an industry day, but there will be a draft RFP that will go out.

2.Yes, we do contemplate multiple awards.

3. We have not determined or finalized the vehicle yet.

M. Hamilton Tech 73

External Affairs Directorate Customer Service, Accounts, and Integration (EXA CSAI), APFS:

2024065773 For the EXA CSAI requirement, is any market research expected?

Yes, we are currently in the acquisition planning stage at this time.

L. Gross Tech 78

Architecture and Engineering (AES) Program II, APFS Number: 2023063455 For AES2, should be expect a similar phased approach as mentioned earlier for RIVER? Will there be a tech challenge/live demo?

The evaluation factors are still being drafted and will be provided in the solicitation or draft solicitation.

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