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The Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center (IBC) is seeking a modernized time and attendance solution to replace their current Quicktime system, which serves over 35 federal agencies and approximately 168,000 personnel. The Request for Information (RFI) targets a cloud-hosted, open-source solution with microservices architecture that can handle time entry, leave requests, and premium work hours while integrating with existing HR systems. Key technical requirements include FedRAMP authorization, multi-tenant capabilities, PIV card authentication, and alignment with OPM HR QSMO standards. Vendors must submit responses by March 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with preliminary questions due by February 18, 2025. The RFI requires vendors to provide corporate information, 16-page capability statements addressing business requirements, and rough order of magnitude cost estimates, with potential virtual vendor demonstrations scheduled between April 15-24, 2025.

The solicitation is not currently set aside for any specific small business category and appears to be open to broad competition within the computer-related services sector (NAICS 541519). While no specific incumbent contractor is mentioned, the IBC is particularly interested in innovative pricing models that minimize upfront investments, such as transaction-based pricing approaches. The scale of the project suggests a significant potential contract value, given the system will support 35 federal agencies and 168,000 personnel. The IBC is exploring multiple implementation strategies, including re-platforming the existing system, implementing a Software-as-a-Service solution, or developing a hybrid approach using microservices. Vendors should note that this is a market research effort and does not constitute a formal solicitation, but successful participants may be positioned for future procurement opportunities.