Introduction

The Department of Commerce (DOC) is seeking to award a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for acquisition management support services to assist the Office of Acquisition Management (OAM) in performing its mission. The BPA will provide a streamlined and flexible mechanism for OAM to obtain professional services from qualified contractors. The BPA will have a base period of one year and four one-year option periods, with an estimated value of $3 million.

Historical Background

The DOC OAM is responsible for providing acquisition services and oversight for the department and its bureaus. OAM supports a wide range of programs and initiatives, such as census operations, economic development, environmental research, intellectual property protection, trade enforcement, and cybersecurity. OAM also manages the acquisition workforce development and certification program for the department.

OAM has previously issued several solicitations for acquisition management support services under different contract vehicles, such as GSA Schedule 70, GSA Professional Services Schedule (PSS), and GSA OASIS Small Business Pool 1. Some of the past and current contractors that have provided these services include Accenture Federal Services LLC, Deloitte Consulting LLP, and Booz Allen Hamilton Inc… However, OAM has determined that a BPA under GSA PSS is the most suitable contract vehicle for its current and future needs.

RFP Description

The solicitation number for the BPA is 1331L523Q13OS0005. The solicitation was posted on SAM.gov on May 22, 2023. The BPA will be awarded to one or more Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) that can demonstrate their capabilities and experience in providing acquisition management support services.

The scope of work for the BPA includes the following tasks:

  • Acquisition planning and strategy development
  • Requirements definition and planning
  • Solicitation preparation
  • Source selection and contract award
  • Post-award support
  • Contract close-out assistance

The BPA will require the contractor to provide qualified personnel with relevant education, training, certification, and experience in federal acquisition. The contractor will also have to comply with various laws, regulations, policies, and standards that govern federal acquisition, such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and the DOC Acquisition Manual (CAM).

Who Should Participate

The BPA is open to SDVOSBs that have a GSA PSS contract with Special Item Numbers (SINs) 874-1 (Integrated Consulting Services) and 874-7 (Integrated Business Program Support Services). The contractor must also have a DUNS number, an active SAM registration, and a positive past performance record.

The BPA is an ideal opportunity for SDVOSBs that have expertise and experience in providing acquisition management support services to federal agencies. The BPA will offer a long-term and stable source of revenue for the contractor, as well as a chance to build a strong relationship with the DOC OAM. The contractor will also have the opportunity to support various programs and initiatives that are critical to the department’s mission and objectives.

Challenges

The BPA is a highly competitive and complex procurement that poses several challenges for potential contractors. Some of these challenges are:

  • Understanding the needs and expectations of the DOC OAM and tailoring the proposal accordingly
  • Demonstrating the technical capabilities and qualifications of the proposed personnel and team
  • Providing relevant and compelling evidence of past performance and customer satisfaction
  • Developing a realistic and reasonable pricing strategy that reflects the best value for the government
  • Complying with all the solicitation requirements and instructions

Conclusion

The ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES BPA is a lucrative and strategic contract opportunity for SDVOSBs that can provide high-quality acquisition management support services to the DOC OAM. The BPA will enable the contractor to establish a long-term partnership with the department and contribute to its mission and goals. However, winning the BPA will require a thorough understanding of the solicitation, a well-written proposal, and a competitive pricing approach.

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