Appeals Centralized Database System (ACDS)
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 26-27-A-PMO-ACDS-SSN
- Agency
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Internal Revenue Service
Department of the Treasury
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Competitive 8(a)
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541519 Other Computer Related Services
- Place of performance
- Maryland, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Internal Revenue Service intends to solicit an 8(a) competitive set-aside for comprehensive ColdFusion support and implementation services for the Appeals Centralized Database System (ACDS), with a sources sought notice response deadline of May 26, 2026. Work will be performed primarily via remote access with limited access to the Government facility in Lanham, Maryland.
The IRS seeks 8(a) small businesses with advanced proficiency in ColdFusion programming, substantial experience with MS SQL Server databases, and expertise in Windows Server environments and system and database administration. The primary technical objectives include migrating the ACDS application from Adobe ColdFusion 2016 to ColdFusion 2023, upgrading server infrastructure from Windows Server 2012 R2 to Windows Server 2022, identifying and remediating system vulnerabilities to maintain DHS and IRS cybersecurity compliance, and resolving operational incidents within Government-approved service level timelines. The contractor will also support development of the IRA Individual Online Account—Offer in Compromise (IOLA-OIC) Submission Tool.
The contract is structured as Firm Fixed Price with a one-year base period (January 15, 2027 to January 14, 2028) and one three-month option period (January 15, 2028 to April 14, 2028). Proposals must identify two key personnel—an IT Subject Matter Expert and Senior IT Specialist—supported by commitment letters and resumes. Responses to the sources sought notice must use the provided template and include company profile, applicable NAICS codes, socio-economic status, active government contracts, and detailed responses to ten capability questions with supporting documentation limited to five pages. Submit responses to Lauren Caperton (lauren.g.caperton@irs.gov) or Walter Kroptavich (walter.l.kroptavich@irs.gov). NAICS 541519; PSC DA01.
Notice text
At a summary level, the Government seeks to identify 8(a) small businesses capable of providing ColdFusion comprehensive support and implementation services.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) seeks contract support from a vendor with expertise in ColdFusion to provide comprehensive support and implementation services. The aim is to improve operational efficiency, refine customer engagement processes, and ensure system scalability and adaptability for future business needs.
The candidates must possess advanced proficiency in ColdFusion programming and have substantial experience with SQL Server and the Windows operating system. Their responsibilities will include ColdFusion development, system and database administration, assisting in the transition to SQL Server, and upgrading to Windows Server 2019. The objective is to successfully migrate from ColdFusion 2016 to ColdFusion 2023, transition from Windows Server 2012 R2 to Windows Server 2019, and address any issues arising during this process.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment 2 -Sources Sought Notice Response Template_2026 ACDS.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attachment 1-Performance Work Statement_Appeals Centralized Database System.docx | DOCX document | |
| SSN_26-27-A-PMO-ACDS-SSN_final.pdf |
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