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Jun 07, 2023 · Authored by
The federal government is pushing its contractors to purchase off large Government-Wide Acquisitions Vehicles (GWAC) and Multiple Award Contracts (MAC). These vehicles provide competitive pricing and pre-qualify sellers for the federal market, enabling faster acquisition. With this push, contractors want a seat at the table.
Increasingly, “scorecard” solicitations have become the preferred method for select federal agencies to eliminate offerors from competition that do not meet agency needs. Scorecards weigh numerous evaluation factors necessary to secure contract awards — from project experience, past performance ratings, business systems, certifications and clearances.
Beyond the vetting of project and technical experience, one important way the government ensures efficient and effective acquisition on these vehicles is through business system requirements typically reserved for large defense contractors. Some contractors may not be familiar with these regulations, especially small- and medium-sized businesses.
How can Baker Tilly help?
As your Value Architect™, Baker Tilly can help you navigate the complexities of these scorecard procurements. We are familiar with the self-scoring methodology employed for complex GWAC vehicles like Alliant 3, OASIS+, NASA SEWP and others. These types of acquisitions place maximum burden on the offeror to prove that they have the requisite experience and capabilities to meet government requirements. Companies are working diligently to prepare qualified, high-scoring proposals within the allotted timeframe. Timely, accurate and responsive proposals will be critical to moving through the phased evaluation process set forth by government in the RFP.
Whether an offeror is seeking support in making a bid/no-bid decision or would like assistance with ‘soup-to-nuts’ proposal preparation, we offer tailor-made assistance to address your unique needs. Additionally, Baker Tilly has a well-established methodology for third-party review of business systems. Our reports have been included in client proposals as evidence of client system acceptability for many years. We are business system specialists ready to assist in the following areas:
- Scorecard/RFP readiness
- Proposal support and preparation
- Proposal compliance assessment
- Business system readiness assessment
- Third party review/validation of RFP-specified business systems
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Explore individual GWAC resources
Alliant 3
Alliant 3, one of the latest Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWAC) offered by GSA, will provide federal government agencies with integrated IT solution services for evolving needs globally. The scope of Alliant 3 is aligned with the Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA) and Department of Defense Information Enterprise Architecture (DoD IEA).
Army MAPS
The U.S. Army PEO EIS Enterprise Services Project Management Office, in partnership with the ACC-APG, announced the consolidation of the follow-on contracts for ITES-3S and RS3 into a new, consolidated contract known as the Marketplace for the Acquisition of Professional Services (MAPS).
NASA SEWP VI
SEWP VI is NASA’s latest government-wide acquisition contract (GWAC) to provide federal agencies with a one-stop acquisition vehicle for IT-based products and services.
OASIS+ (Plus)
OASIS+ will provide federal customers a comprehensive suite of services-based solutions with enhanced competition at the task-order level. The focus will be on professional services including engineering and consulting services.
8(a) STARS III
“8(a) STARS III” is a small business set-aside contract that provides federal government agencies with total integrated information technology (IT) solutions and support services. The vehicle allows the government access to emerging technologies such as technological convergence and autonomic computing.
Chief Information Officer-Solutions and Partners 4 (CIO-SP4)
CIO-SP4 (Chief Information Officer-Solutions and Partners 4) is meant to provide IT products and services to meet biomedical research and healthcare needs. As the successor to CIO-SP3, the CIO-SP4 solicitation was recently extended through November 1, 2022.
Insights to help you navigate GWAC needs
Increased use of GWACs affects bid process for both large and small defense contractors
Federal agencies are increasing the use of Government-wide Acquisition Contracts (GWAC) and Multiple Award Contracts (MAC) when considering defense contract solicitations. Are you—and your business systems—prepared?
Get ready for GSA’s OASIS Plus
U.S. General Services Administration will release a new multi-agency contract (OASIS Plus) to support federal agencies’ procurement requirement for services.
Five questions government contractors have about OASIS Plus
OASIS Plus, the much-anticipated replacement for GSA’s hugely successful OASIS contract, is coming closer to fruition. With the final RFP expected to be released in the second quarter of FY 2023, OASIS Plus is likely to have a major impact on federal acquisition for years to come.
Practical advice for CIO-SP4 bidders
The CIO-SP4 solicitation will be released in December 2020. Watch Baker Tilly’s on demand webinar with CGP for a detailed look at contract requirements.
Are your business systems ready for CIO-SP4?
The CIO-SP4 RFP and procurement is coming: Prepare for CIO-SP4 business system success with Baker Tilly’s compliance evaluations, assessments and proposal prep.
As a government contractor, familiarity with government regulations is essential. When you require assistance navigating the complexities of scorecard and RFP readiness, proposal preparation, compliance assessment and third-party review procurements, look to Baker Tilly. Whether you are a new government contractor or a skilled professional, we can guide you through the self-scoring methodology employed for complex GWAC vehicles.
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