DA01--Configuration Management Department Support - Base Period (VA-26-00001389)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center is seeking contractors to provide comprehensive Configuration Management Department Support services through this pre-solicitation notice. The procurement focuses on technical support services including software development, production operations support, and configuration management automation to help VA modernize its configuration management capabilities and implement NIST SP 800-53 and SP 800-128 security controls. The government is specifically targeting Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) with technical capabilities in automation, continuous integration/delivery solutions, and experience with VA's IT environment. Interested vendors must submit a 10-page response by 2:00 PM EST on July 14, 2025, via email to the specified VA contacts, demonstrating their company details, technical capabilities, and ability to meet the specialized requirements. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) with a $34 million size standard.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations beyond the targeted outreach to veteran-owned businesses, and no current incumbents or contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The contract structure includes a base period of 12 months followed by three 12-month option periods, with a total performance period not to exceed 48 months. The effort will be awarded on a Firm Fixed Price basis and is primarily remote work, requiring key personnel in roles such as Technical Project Manager, Senior Software/Systems Architect, Senior Systems Engineer, Senior Developer, and Configuration Managers. The RFI specifies that no more than 50% of the contract value can be subcontracted to non-certified firms, emphasizing the preference for direct performance by qualified veteran-owned businesses. This is currently a Request for Information for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or guarantee of contract award.