Systems and software assurance services - SAS

Added: Nov 03, 2015 4:05 pm Modified: Jul 01, 2016 11:15 amTrack Changes

This is an amendment to the solicitation entitled Systems and Software Assurance Services - SAS which was posted on June 9, 2016.  Responses to Offeror's questions received are provided.

The proposal due date is not changed as a result of this amendment. Proposals submitted in response to this RFP shall be submitted by July 12, 2016, at 3:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html
The solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the any amendments.   Potential Offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

Added: Nov 03, 2015 4:05 pm Modified: Jun 09, 2016 5:35 pmTrack Changes

This is a modification to the synopsis entitled Systems and Software Assurance Services - SAS which was posted on November 03, 2015 and last modified on March 11, 2016.  You are notified of the release of the final RFP.

The due date for questions or comments is June 24, 2016 to ensure our timely response.   All questions and comments must be submitted in writing via email to the following email address: Laura.E.Freeman@nasa.gov . Telephone questions will not be accepted.

Proposals submitted in response to this RFP shall be submitted by July 12, 2016, at 3:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html
The solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the any amendments.   Potential Offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

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NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL OFFERORS:
A WebEx has been established for those unable to attend the industry day scheduled for March 16, 2016, at the NASA IV&V Facility at 5000 NASA Boulevard, Fairmont, WV 26554, on the 5th floor. The WebEx will be available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time.  The Meeting Number is:  991 629 849, Meeting Password:  sasivv123!  Join by Phone:  1-844-467-6272 Passcode:  942067.  Those interested in attending this meeting in person or via WebEx or Phone must submit a notice to the Contracting Officer 3 days in advance.  Physical attendance is limited to no more than 3 persons for each company.  A site tour will be available at 2:00 PM.

Information regarding travel & accommodations can be found at http://www.nasa.gov/centers/ivv/about/visit.html
 
The eLibrary for the Systems and Software Assurance Services (SAS) procurement, NNG16544506R has been updated. The SAS eLibrary can be accessed using the following link: https://foiaelibrary.gsfc.nasa.gov/ . Additional documents will be posted to the eLibrary as they become available. Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for any updates.

Offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation and any amendments.   Potential Offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

The due date for questions or comments is April 4, 2016. All questions and comments must be submitted in writing via email to the following email addresses: Laura.E.Freeman@nasa.gov . Telephone questions will not be accepted.

FAR 9.5 generally addresses Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI).  When a Contractor's judgment and objectivity in performing the contract requirements may be affected because performance has the potential to affect other interests of the Contractor, the result is an OCI based on impaired objectivity.  Given the systems and software assurance services contemplated under this Contract, it is possible that a Contractor with other NASA contracts could have an impermissible OCI resulting in impaired objectivity.  An OCI arising from other contracts currently held by a potential Offeror may render that Offeror ineligible for award of SAS unless the Offeror is able to propose an approach that fully mitigates the OCI.  In addition, as previously stated, the resulting contract will include a "Limitation of Future Contracting" clause.  To the extent a future NASA solicitation seeks products or services that are subject to review in performance of this Contract, the SAS Contractor would be ineligible to provide those products or services absent the CO's approval of a detailed plan that fully mitigates the OCI. 

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html .

The draft solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

It is the Offeror's responsibility to monitor the Internet site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential Offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

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You are notified that industry is invited to review and comment on NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's release of the Draft RFP for Systems and Software Assurance Services (SAS).
 
The due date for questions or comments is April 4, 2016. All questions and comments must be submitted in writing via email to the following email addresses: Laura.E.Freeman@nasa.gov . Telephone questions will not be accepted.

An industry day and site visit will be held to brief interested parties on the draft solicitation. This meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2016, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the NASA IV&V Facility at 5000 NASA Boulevard, Fairmont, WV 26554, in the 5th floor Auditorium. Those interested in attending this meeting must submit a notice to the Contracting Officer 3 days in advance.  Attendance is limited to no more than 3 persons for each Offeror.

FAR 9.5 generally addresses Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI).  When a Contractor's judgment and objectivity in performing the contract requirements may be affected because performance has the potential to affect other interests of the Contractor, the result is an OCI based on impaired objectivity.  Given the systems and software assurance services contemplated under this Contract, it is possible that a Contractor with other NASA contracts could have an impermissible OCI resulting in impaired objectivity.  An OCI arising from other contracts currently held by a potential Offeror may render that Offeror ineligible for award of SAS unless the Offeror is able to propose an approach that fully mitigates the OCI.  In addition, as previously stated, the resulting contract will include a "Limitation of Future Contracting" clause.  To the extent a future NASA solicitation seeks products or services that are subject to review in performance of this Contract, the SAS Contractor would be ineligible to provide those products or services absent the CO's approval of a detailed plan that fully mitigates the OCI. 

Information regarding travel & accommodations can be found at http://www.nasa.gov/centers/ivv/about/visit.html

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html .

The draft solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

It is the Offeror's responsibility to monitor the Internet site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential Offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

Added: Nov 03, 2015 4:05 pm Modified: Feb 24, 2016 6:02 pmTrack Changes

This is a modification to the synopsis entitled Systems and Software Assurance Services (SS) which was posted on November 3, 2015 and modified on December 2, 2016 and February 1, 2016. You are notified that the following changes are made: The estimated release date for the Draft RFP will be on or about March 4, 2016, with comments due on or about April 4, 2016.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html .

The draft solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

It is the Offeror's responsibility to monitor the Internet site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential Offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

Added: Nov 03, 2015 4:05 pm Modified: Feb 01, 2016 4:29 pmTrack Changes

This is a modification to the synopsis entitled Systems and Software Assurance Services (SS) which was posted on November 3, 2015 and modified on December 2, 2016. You are notified that the following changes are made: The estimated release date for the Draft RFP will be on or about February 12, 2016, with comments due on or about March 14, 2016.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html .

The draft solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

It is the Offeror's responsibility to monitor the Internet site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential Offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

Added: Nov 03, 2015 4:05 pm Modified: Dec 02, 2015 12:54 pmTrack Changes This is a modification to the synopsis entitled Systems and Software Assurance Services (SAS) in support of NASA IV&V Facility in Fairmont, WV which was posted on November 3, 2015. You are notified that the following changes are made:

FAR 9.5 generally addresses Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI). When a Contractors judgment and objectivity in performing the contract requirements may be affected because performance has the potential to affect other interests of the Contractor, the result is an OCI based on impaired objectivity. Given the systems and software assurance services contemplated under this Contract, it is possible that a Contractor with other NASA contracts could have an impermissible OCI resulting in impaired objectivity. An OCI arising from other contracts currently held by a potential Offeror may render that Offeror ineligible for award of SAS unless the Offeror is able to propose an approach that fully mitigates the OCI. In addition, as previously stated, the resulting contract will include a Limitation of Future Contracting clause. To the extent a future NASA solicitation seeks products or services that are subject to review in performance of this Contract, the SAS Contractor would be ineligible to provide those products or services absent the COs approval of a detailed plan that fully mitigates the OCI.

Offerors are encouraged to provide mitigation strategies addressing OCI concerns. Offerors should submit their strategies (not exceeding 10 pages) via e-mail to the Contracting Officer by December 11, 2015. The goal is to provide feedback on the Offerors mitigation strategies before the issuance of the Draft Request for Proposal. Offerors will not be considered ineligible from competition if mitigation strategies are not provided.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html .

The draft solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin= .

It is the Offeror's responsibility to monitor the Internet site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential Offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).

Added: Nov 03, 2015 4:05 pm NASA/GSFC intends to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Systems and Software Assurance Services (SAS) in support of NASA IV&V Facility in Fairmont, WV. The purpose of this contract is to acquire specialized system and software engineering and development and system and software assurance services. These services are performed on selected systems being developed by or for NASA, other Federal, State and local government agencies, commercial entities and/or other organizations and institutions as directed by the Government. These services can include work on classified information systems.

NASA is not requesting proposals at this time. NASA anticipates issuing a Draft RFP for a full and open competition which will result in an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Single Award Contract with Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Task Orders. The anticipated release date of Draft RFP Solicitation NNG16544506R is on or about January 8, 2016 with comments due on or about February 8, 2016.

A Draft Statement of Work is attached to this synopsis for information purposes.

The NAICS Code and Size Standard are 541330 and $38.5M, respectively.

NASA intends to conduct oral proposals.

Additionally, the resulting contract will include a Limitation of Future Contracting. FAR 9.5 prohibits the Contractor from reviewing its own offers, products, or services, or those of its affiliate(s) or competitor(s) without proper safeguards to ensure objectivity in a manner that protects the Governments interests. Given the systems and software assurance services contemplated under this Contract, it is possible a Contractor with other NASA contracts could have an impermissible Organizational Conflict of Interest resulting from impaired objectivity. To the extent a future NASA solicitation seeks products or services that are subject to review in performance of this contract, the Contractor will be ineligible to provide those products or services unless the Contractor submits a specific plan fully mitigating the OCI and such plan is approved by the SAS Contracting Officer.

Reference Library: In order to assist potential offerors in familiarizing themselves with the nature of the services required to support the SAS procurement, a reference library is in the process of being established on the internet: The URL for the library will be via: https://foiaelibrary.gsfc.nasa.gov

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/p ub_library/Omb.html .

The draft solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. These documents will reside on a World-Wide Web (WWW) server, which may be accessed using a WWW browser application. The Internet site, or URL, for the NASA Business Opportunities page is http://procurement.na sa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin=

It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor the Internet site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). Potential offerors will be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation and amendments (if any).