Following on the heels of the IRS’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Governance (CIG) opportunity, here’s another prime contract aimed squarely at small businesses—the Enterprise Services Technology Strategy and Management Support Services (TSMS) BPA. This upcoming contract isn’t focused on cybersecurity alone; it covers a much broader range of IT and management services, including everything from data analytics platforms to project management and technical strategy.
If your company specializes in IT systems management, software development, or enterprise-level strategy integration, this BPA offers a chance to align your services with the IRS’s evolving technology needs. It’s a multi-year opportunity designed to support the agency’s digital transformation efforts, and it could provide a lasting pipeline of business for skilled contractors.
Key Contract Information
Scope of Work: This contract focuses on providing technical strategy and management support services, including:
- System software maintenance
- Data analytics
- Engineering support
- Software development
- Technical strategy and integration
NAICS Codes:
- 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services)
- 518210 (Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting and Related Services)
- 541430 (Graphic Design Services)
- 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services)
- 541519 (Other Computer Related Services)
- 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services)
- 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services)
Set-Aside: Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Value: TBD
Number of Awards: TBD
Estimated Timeline:
- Solicitation expected: As soon as September 2024
- Award Date Estimate: As soon as November 2024
Why Small Businesses Should Take Notice
This BPA is reserved exclusively for small businesses, offering a targeted opportunity to secure high-value federal IT work. With its focus on cloud migration, system architecture, software development, and data analytics, the IRS is seeking expert partners to help shape their future IT strategy and manage critical integrations.
How Can You Stay Ahead of the Game?
While the formal Request for Proposals (RFP) hasn’t been issued yet, smart contractors are already laying the groundwork to position themselves for success. With the draft Performance Work Statement and Questions and Answers from the government already available on SAM.gov, now is the time to start preparing your proposal and gathering the insights needed to stand out. A solid foundation will ensure you’re ready to submit a winning bid when the solicitation drops.
This is where OST Global Solutions comes in. We specialize in helping small businesses navigate complex federal procurements like the IRS TSMS BPA—from the pre-solicitation phase all the way through proposal submission. Here’s how we can help:
- Capture Strategy: We’ll develop a winning capture plan, gathering key competitor intelligence, aligning your offering with IRS needs, and identifying how to make your services stand out.
- Proposal Development: Our proposal team will ensure your submission is compliant, clear, and tailored to highlight your strengths in areas like managed services and technical strategy.
- Team Building & Partnering: Need to round out your team with specific expertise or meet small business participation goals? We’ll help you find and vet the right partners to boost your chances of winning.
Get Ready Now—Don’t Wait for the RFP to Drop
With responses to the Sources Sought already in, the real competition is just getting started. If you want to position your company to win, the time to act is now.
With the IRS ready to choose the best small businesses to modernize its systems, will your company be prepared? Don’t leave this up to chance. Let OST Global Solutions guide your way to success, from refining your capture strategy to building the perfect proposal.
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