Forecasting 2024 RFPs: Seize the Opportunity for Growth
Nov 27, 2023
With 2024 on the horizon, it is shaping up to be an eventful year in the world of government contracting. At Trident Proposal Management, we are tracking several Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) opportunities in the slew of contracting vehicles slated to be released in 2024. To meet your company's strategic goals for 2024 and beyond it is essential to start planning now to ensure a competitive bid.
GWACs
The big guys are the GWACs. As the name implies, GWACs are a special type of multiple-award IDIQ intended to provide the government with cost-effective IT solutions through a streamlined procurement process. These contracts are administered by a single agency but can be used across the federal government. The following GWACs are scheduled to have RFPs and/or awards in 2024.
NASA SEWP VI
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Contract Name |
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Contracting Agency |
NASA |
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Contract Type |
GWAC |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
Unrestricted, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business (8a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) Small Businesses. |
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Scope / Objectives: |
Wide selection and range of commercial advanced technology. This is a services and products contract. |
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Industry Day |
18 October 2023 |
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Expected release date |
February 2024; draft available now |
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Expected deadline |
60 days after solicitation release |
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Contract Duration |
5 years base year plus 5 option years; total 10 years. Period of Performance (PoP) |
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Estimated Value |
Contract ceiling of $25B over 10 years |
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Evaluation Method |
Complete each step in the 4-step approval process and provide relevant experience projects (REP) based on your Category; includes Technical and Management Approach narratives. Read more in our latest blog. |
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Notes |
This contract will be a mix of unrestricted and Small Business set-asides. |
GSA Alliant 3
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Contract Name |
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Contracting Agency |
GSA |
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Contract Type |
Multiple Award IDIQ GWAC |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
No set asides |
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Scope/Objectives: |
IT services and service based solutions |
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Expected release date |
Draft RFP expected in Q1 of FY2024; final RFP likely spring 2024 |
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Expected deadline |
TBD |
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Contract Duration |
10 years |
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Estimated Value |
$75B |
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Evaluation Method |
Scorecard (self-scoring worksheet) |
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Notes |
Expected to be highly competitive with caps on the number of awardees |
GSA Polaris
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Contract Name |
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Contracting Agency |
GSA |
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September 2023 Update |
GSA released an offer extension via amendment 0008 to SB and Woman-Owned SB (WOSB) pools who submitted responses by the November 2022 deadline. Those who submitted are encouraged to check out our Polaris blog with updates as well as to log into the Polaris Submission Portal. They also released amendments 0009 and 0010 for the SB pools. |
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Oct. 31, 2023 Update |
The deadline for amendments 0009 and 0010 closed on Nov. 7. We anticipate WOSB to be the next pool opened back up, followed by SDVOSB and HUBZone. |
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Outlook |
This vehicle has been under protest since 2022. We expect a resolution in 2024 and due to the extended wait time either an onramp or opportunity for new bidders to apply in 2024. Keep an eye on the COI. |
A successful GWAC bid requires a significant commitment of resources. Start collecting data, strategizing, and assessing your teams' ability not only to do the work but to assemble a winning bid. If you need an extra hand, learn more about our Capture Services and how Trident can help you on these GWACs.
IDIQs
In the non-GWAC space, we expect to see several multi-award IDIQs drop in 2024. These cover a wide range of agencies and services - something for everyone. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list for 2024, but rather a snapshot of expected RFPs.
Defense Air Force Strategic Transformation Support (DAFSTS) II
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Contract Name |
Defense Air Force Strategic Transformation Support II) (DAFSTS II) |
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Contracting Agency |
U.S. Air Force |
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Contract Vehicle |
Multi-award IDIQ |
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Contract Scope/Objective |
Transformation programs that change how organizations use people, processes, technology, and physical infrastructure to develop capabilities to meet their mission (products and services) |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
Full and open. Requires small business participation plan for WOSB, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), HUBZone, Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB), and Non-traditional Small Businesses (NTSB). |
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Industry Day |
16 November 2023 link |
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Expected Release |
Early 2024 |
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Expected Contract Value |
$5B |
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Evaluation Method |
Narrative with orals |
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Outlook |
This contract vehicle is focused on managing and improving strategic transformation initiatives at the enterprise level. Timing is TBD - keep an eye on sam.gov for updates. |
Department of Homeland Security Program Management, Administrative, Clerical, and Technical Services (PACTS) III
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Contract Name |
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Contracting Agency |
Department of Homeland Security |
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Contract Vehicle |
MAC IDIQ (FFP and T&M Labor Hours, or a combination) |
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Contract Scope/Objective |
Non-Information Technology Program Management and Administration support to DHS's intrinsic and cross-organizational missions. Services contract. |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
SDVOSB, WOSB, 8(a), HUBZone |
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Industry Day |
09 November 2023 |
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Expected Release |
Anticipated to be released after Thanksgiving (updated Nov. 21) |
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Expected Contract Value |
$5.6B |
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Evaluation Method |
Scorecards ( number of projects or score per draft RFP and Industry Day) |
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Outlook |
There are three Functional Categories (FC) (Cat. 1 primary NAICS is 541611, Cat. 2 primary NAICS is 561110, and Cat. 3 primary NAICS is 541330) for this contract. The government intends to award 32 contracts per each FC/per NAICS for a total of 96 contracts across the three FCs. The breakdown is 8 per socioeconomic set aside and 2 per offeror type (i.e., SDVOSB will have 8 awards; 2 will go to a Prime (single) contractor, 2 will go to a Small Business Teaming Agreement (SBTA): Joint Venture, 2 will go to SBTA Prime/Sub, and 2 will go to SBTA Mentor-Protégé. Of note, this is a “must-use” contract which means any of the 14 entities that fall under DHS that would be interested in a specific service must use one of the winners from this IDIQ. |
SEAPORT-NxG
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Contract Name |
SeaPort NxG Rolling Admissions (https://www.seaport.navy.mil/ follow this page and look for the SAM.gov announcement) |
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Contracting Agency |
SeaPort Program Management Office |
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Contract Vehicle |
IDIQ |
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Contract Scope/Objective |
23 functional areas including Engineering, Financial Management, and Program Management Services |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
No set aside used (but program will have SB subcontracting goals) |
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Expected Release |
Spring 2024 |
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Evaluation Method |
Narrative based on demonstrated relevant past performance |
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Outlook |
RFP will be similar if not identical to FY21 SeaPort NxG solicitation. “Interested offerors should monitor SAM.gov for future announcements on the release of the solicitation and any applicable amendments/” |
Secure, Performant, Reliable, and User-Centered Experiences (SPRUCE) - RELEASED Nov. 29, 2023
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Contract Name |
Secure, Performant, Reliable, and User-Centered Experiences (SPRUCE) |
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Contracting Agency |
Department of Veterans Affairs |
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Contract Vehicle |
IDIQ |
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Contract Scope/Objective |
Deliver improved digital services and exceptional user experiences for veterans. Services contract. |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
SDVOSB set-aside |
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Expected Release |
Updated Nov. 29, 2023 - SPRUCE was released on Nov. 29. Find the final RFP here. Responses are due Dec 13, 2023 no later than 3 p.m. EST |
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Expected Contract Value |
Overall contracting value is $2.4B; Task Order ceiling is $50M |
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Evaluation Method |
- Five volume narrative (per draft RFP) - From Draft RFP: Highest Technically Rated Offerors with a Fair and Reasonable Price with appropriate consideration given to the four following evaluation Factors: Technical Factor 1— Case Study #1; Technical Factor 2—Case Study #2; Technical Factor 3—Code Challenge and Written Technical Approach, and Price |
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Outlook |
From the final RFP: The Government may utilize an On-Ramp to add SDVOSB under any circumstances, as many times as it determines necessary, including in the event an Off-Ramp is exercised. The Government can exercise this right at its sole discretion. Additionally, Joint Ventures are authorized per draft RFP |
Safety and Mission Assurance Services (SMAS) III
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Contract Name |
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Contracting Agency |
NASA |
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Contract Vehicle |
CPFF IDIQ |
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Contract Scope/Objective |
Provide safety and mission assurance services, independent surveillance, audit, review and assessment of design, development, test and mission operations activities. Services contract. |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
Total SB set-aside |
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Industry Day |
SAM.gov announcement: Hybrid (in-person/virtual) Industry Day will be held after the release of the Draft RFP (November 2023). |
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Expected Release |
Draft RFP: November 2023 - will include Q&A period; Final RFP: January 2024 |
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Expected Contract Value |
Expected to reach $226M |
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Evaluation Method |
TBD once the draft RFP is released |
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Outlook |
NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center will procure services for independent surveillance, audit, review and assessment of design, development, test and mission operations activities in addition to SMAS to support the Safety and Mission Assurance Directorate. Cost Plus Fixed-Fee (CPFF), IDIQ, single-award contract with a 5-year order prior, with a potential additional 6 months per FAR Clause 51.217-8. |
Department of Energy (DoE) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Business Operation Support Services (CBOSS) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
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Contract Name |
CBOSS 2.0 (RFI released September 2023) |
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Contracting Agency |
Department of Energy (DoE) |
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Contract Vehicle |
Blank Purchase Agreement (BPA) |
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Contract Scope/Objective |
IT professional services across the DOE enterprise. Services contract. |
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Socio-economic category / Eligibility Criteria |
TBD |
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Expected Release |
Draft RFP: November 2023 - will include Q&A period; Final RFP: January 2024 |
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Expected Contract Value |
CBOSS is a five-year enterprise-wide BPA with a value of $10 billion and expires in 2024. CBOSS 2.0 is the follow-on contract. |
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Evaluation Method |
TBD |
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Outlook |
DOE has not made a determination on the acquisition strategy as it relates to competition and whether the solicitation will be unrestricted, a set-aside for small businesses, or some hybrid approach with some work being unrestricted or set-aside solely for small businesses. Accenture is the incumbent from the 2019 CBOSS award following a lengthy protest process. |
And finally - the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts keep coming. Through programs like innovation hubs and funds matching the federal government has a renewed focus on nurturing small businesses and bridging the technology valley of death. SBIR is a great way to get your small business in the door and start government contracting with favorable data rights. Regularly check the SBIR website for targeted and open-topic solicitations.
Next Steps
The above list is only a small window of the IDIQs and GWACs we expect to see in 2024. If one of these looks like it might be right up your NAICS alley, dig deeper. If you know it’s a fit and you’re interested in seeing how your response could shape up, reach out to Trident today to see how we can help you with your response.
Written by Carrie Powell
Carrie is a Capture and Proposal Manager at Trident. Carrie’s proposal skills include capture and GWAC support. She is also our resident Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) specialist. As a U.S. Navy veteran and military spouse based in Seattle, Washington, she supports clients around the world as part of our globally dispersed team.
