PM IS&A – Intelligence Application Information Collection Management (ICM) – DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) II

What is ICM?

ICM is a project initiated by the Project Manager (PM) Intelligence Systems & Analytics (IS&A), a subordinate organization of the Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors (PEO IEW&S). The goal of ICM is to acquire a commercial item that will provide a software-only solution to meet the ICM interoperability, security, training, usability, and data management capabilities. The software solution will enable users to plan, request, task, monitor, and assess information collection activities across multiple intelligence disciplines and platforms.

What are the benefits of ICM?

ICM will provide a number of benefits to the intelligence community, such as:

  • Enhancing situational awareness and understanding by providing a common operational picture of information collection assets and activities
  • Improving efficiency and effectiveness by streamlining the information collection process and reducing duplication and gaps
  • Increasing collaboration and coordination by facilitating information sharing and communication among stakeholders
  • Supporting decision making and analysis by providing timely and relevant information and feedback
  • Leveraging existing standards and architectures by ensuring interoperability with other systems and platforms

What are the details of the solicitation?

The solicitation for ICM is expected to be released in September 2023, with an award date of December 2023. The solicitation number is W56KGY23R0010. The estimated value of the contract is $22.8 million. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (FPI/IDIQ). The duration of the contract is one year base plus four one-year options. The competition type is full and open / unrestricted. The primary requirement is engineering, scientific and technical services. The NAICS code is 511210 (Software Publishers), with a size standard of $41.5 million annual receipts. The place of performance is the United States.

How can you prepare for the solicitation?

If you are interested in bidding for the ICM contract, here are some steps you can take to prepare:

  • Review the draft Request for Proposal (RFP) that was released in June 2021 and provide feedback to the government
  • Monitor FedBizOpps and other sources for updates on the solicitation
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential competitors and partners
  • Develop your technical and management approach to meet the ICM requirements and objectives
  • Prepare your cost proposal and ensure compliance with the solicitation instructions

ICM is a unique opportunity to provide a cutting-edge software solution that can enhance the information collection capabilities of the intelligence community. If you have any questions or need assistance with your proposal, please contact us at [email protected].