The U.S. Army Computer Hardware, Enterprise Software and Solutions Program Office (CHESS) is gearing up for its major IT procurement, the Information Technology Enterprise Solution – 4 Services (ITES-4S) contract. ITES- 4S Background Here's what you need to know about ITES-4S: Big Opportunity: ITES-4S boasts a $12.1 billion ceiling and a [...]
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has begun the acquisition effort for the third iteration of the Energy IDIQ contract (Energy IDIQ III). On March 22, USAID released an update to their RFI in the form of a Special Notice on SAM.gov announcing a Pre-Bidders Conference for the effort. The conference [...]
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As bidders for NASA SEWP VI, we are looking at the Mt. Everest of federal IT proposals. Here we have the best-run program, the most popular contract with agency buyers, and the most valuable contract for providers to hold. About 1,000 bidders are expected for SEWP VI. Based on our market intelligence, [...]
NASA is leading the effort to provide next-generation Solutions to federal agencies. NASA SEWP VI is the leading information technology GWAC. Historically an IT products contract, this iteration includes expanded IT services categories. SEWP VI will offer a broad selection of IT solutions across three Categories: Information Communication Technology (ICT) and [...]
The GSA's Alliant 3 acquisition, heralds a new era in federal IT services, drawing on the legacy of Polaris and OASIS+ programs. This "evidence-based" procurement initiative promises cutting-edge solutions to government entities, aligning with the Federal Enterprise Architecture's standards. Unveiling the GSA Alliant 3 Acquisition Tentatively schedule for an April 2024 [...]
The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD P&R) released the final RFP for its Personnel & Readiness Infrastructure Support Management Services (PRISM) acquisition effort on February 2. OUSD P&R PRISM RFP Overview In a nutshell, this effort is designed to provide OUSD P&R Directorates with [...]
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is deep in the acquisition process for a follow-on to the Programmatics, Administration, Clerical, and Technical Services (PACTS) contract. This one will be called PACTS III. DHS started the ball rolling on PACTS III back in August of 2022 with a Notice of Intent to [...]
Transition Plan Optimization: Mastering the Transition Period for Government Contract One of the most important evaluation factors the U.S. Government considers when awarding a contract is what an offeror provides as their plan to transition the incumbent contractor out and to transition their own personnel in. Your ability to clearly state [...]
In today's economic climate, where margins are tighter than ever, contractor companies face a critical decision: building proposals with organic, in-house resources or partnering with external consultants. The quest for efficiency in a downturn has intensified the resulting debate. Let’s see if we can help with that decision. In today's cut [...]
