Information technology (IT) continuing consulting services

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) is seeking one or more Information Technology (IT) Consultants to provide comprehensive technology services for the Orlando International Airport, covering a broad range of IT consulting needs. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Continuing Consulting Services, targeting implementation of projects within the Aviation Authority's Capital Improvement Plan and Information Technology Master Plan. Required services include project management, staff augmentation, technology research, business analysis, infrastructure design, system development, cybersecurity, and strategic IT planning. Proposers must be registered to do business in Florida, possess a minimum of five years' relevant experience, and demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities. The evaluation will focus on experience, key personnel qualifications, approach and methodology, and cost. The pre-proposal conference is scheduled for August 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., with proposal responses due by September 13, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. EST, to be submitted electronically through the OpenGov e-Procurement Portal.

The Aviation Authority has established a 17% Small Business participation goal, indicating a commitment to supporting diverse business participation. The contract will be non-exclusive, allowing GOAA to contract with multiple providers across various technology domains including wireless technologies, video analytics, digital media, unified communications, and airport information management. Existing technology infrastructure includes Oracle financial systems, Microsoft infrastructure, ESRI GIS systems, IBM enterprise software, SITA passenger processing systems, and various cybersecurity platforms. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, compensation will be based on negotiated prices submitted by selected proposers, with provisions for additional services and contract amendments. The contract is anticipated to commence around February 1, 2024, and will have a five-year duration, providing significant opportunity for IT consulting firms to support the Aviation Authority's technological needs and ongoing digital transformation initiatives.