RFP# FY25-102-03 NAA IT Consultant

The Norfolk Airport Authority is seeking a professional technology consulting vendor through RFP# FY25-102-03 to provide comprehensive Information Technology (IT) consultant support services for its computer-based information technologies system and network. The selected firm must demonstrate advanced technical proficiency, including expertise in Microsoft Operating systems, TCP/IP routing, Firewalls, SMTP, VPN Tunnel, remote access, VOIP systems, Flight Information Display Screens/Public Address Systems, and Access Control Systems. Key requirements include deep knowledge of PCI compliance standards and capability to construct IT Master Plans. The procurement is specifically targeting a lead consultant with at least five years of IT consulting experience, with preference given to those with government, airport, or high-traffic environment backgrounds. Evaluation will be comprehensive, with points allocated across Plan of Execution (30 points), Qualifications and Experience (30 points), Costs and Fees (25 points), and References (15 points). Critical dates include a pre-proposal meeting on March 11, 2025, and proposal submissions due by April 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM local time. The contract period is structured from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028, with potential for three one-year extensions.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be structured on an hourly rate basis with annual not-to-exceed amounts, requiring separate pricing for normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and after-hours/holiday rates, with distinct rates for in-person and remote/phone support. The selected consultant must be an independent entity without financial connections to firms conducting transactions with the Norfolk Airport Authority's IT systems. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the hourly rate structure suggests flexibility in engagement. The procurement covers the Nathalie CDP jurisdiction in Virginia and is specifically focused on providing sophisticated IT consulting services to enhance and maintain the airport's technological infrastructure. The successful vendor will be expected to provide comprehensive documentation, conduct system analyses, develop strategic IT roadmaps, manage projects, and engage with stakeholders to ensure optimal technological performance and alignment with the airport's operational needs.