Keeping the heat on NASA’s SEWP Bowl

Introduction

NASA’s Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) is a United States Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) authorized by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and managed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The SEWP Program Office manages a suite of government-wide IT products and services contracts that enable NASA and all Federal Agencies to achieve their missions and strategic initiatives by providing streamlined access to critical technologies and solutions.

Previous Rounds

SEWP has had several previous rounds, with the original contract being awarded in 1993. SEWP II was awarded in 1996, SEWP III in 2001, SEWP IV in May 2007, and SEWP V in May 2015. The next round, SEWP VI, is slated for 2025.

Who Can Participate?

All federal agencies, including the Department of Defense (DOD), and government contractors are able to purchase ICT and AV solutions (equipment and services) from SEWP-authorized resellers (known as “Contract Holders”). Through SEWP, NASA wants to have a few contract holders who can then funnel access to all of the companies that may have products or services to offer. Getting a place on SEWP is as simple as a business to business relationship.

How to Participate

The recommended method for participating in SEWP is using the SEWP Quote Request Tool (QRT) available on the SEWP Website (sewp.nasa.gov). Use of this tool assists in providing and documenting Fair Opportunity and verifying and assuring items quoted are on the contract and properly priced. All SEWP quotes and orders MUST go through the SEWP Bowl.

Snapshot

Here is a snapshot of the requirement for this opportunity:

Status Pre-RFP
Approximate Solicitation Date 02/2024 (GDIC Estimate)
Award Date 05/2023 (Government Estimate)
Solicitation Number 80TECH
Value 20B
Competition Type Small Bus Set-Aside

Full and Open / Unrestricted

HUBZone Set-Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
Type of Award IDIQ – GWAC
Place of Performance United States
Duration 5 year(s) base plus 5 x 1 year(s) option(s)
Contract Type Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity
No. of Expected Awards Multiple – Number Unknown
NAICS Code(s) 541512, Computer Systems Design Services
Size Standard: $34 million annual receipts

Potential Challenges and Pitfalls for Participants

While participating in NASA’s SEWP solicitation can be a great opportunity for government contractors, there are also potential challenges and pitfalls that participants should be aware of. One potential challenge is understanding the requirements and qualifications necessary to participate. It is important for participants to thoroughly review the solicitation and ensure that they meet all of the requirements before submitting a proposal.

Another potential pitfall is not properly preparing a proposal. A well-written proposal is essential for success in the solicitation process. Participants should take the time to carefully craft their proposal, ensuring that it clearly communicates their qualifications, experience, and capabilities.

GDI Consulting

If you are interested in participating in NASA’s SEWP solicitation but are unsure about how to navigate these potential challenges and pitfalls, GDI Consulting can assist you. GDI Consulting provides federal opportunities capture & proposal services to government contractors for self-scoring and other solicitations.  You can contact us for assistance in participating in NASA’s SEWP solicitation.

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