7A21--Maintenance and Support of IBM DataStage (incl InfoSphere & QualityStage), New DO (VA-26-00011694)
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded ARCHITECHTURE SOLUTIONS LLC a Firm-Fixed-Price Delivery Order for Maintenance and Support of IBM DataStage (including InfoSphere & QualityStage). This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) Set-Aside contract, valued at $335,037.27, was awarded on January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This award covers software maintenance and support for existing VA-owned perpetual IBM DataStage licenses. This software is crucial for the VA's Enterprise Architecture, enabling data extract, transfer, and load (ETL) functionality, data migration, and product reusability. Key services include access to IBM's support portal, knowledge management portal, telephone support, media/license downloads, periodic updates, enhancements, corrections, and 24x7 technical support. The software is vital for VA applications such as the Community Care Reimbursement System (CCRS) and the Program Integrity Tool (PIT).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Delivery Order under NASA SEWP V GWAC
- Value: $335,037.27
- Period of Performance: 12 months (to support various renewal dates)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC)
- Award Date: January 29, 2026
- Product Service Code: 7A21 (Business Application Off The Shelf Software)
- NAICS Code: 541519
Evaluation
This award was made as an exception to fair opportunity, citing FAR Subpart 16.505(a)(4) due to the unique and highly specialized nature of the IBM DataStage software and the proprietary data/source code required for its maintenance and support. Market research indicated that only IBM software and its authorized resellers could provide the necessary support without incurring significant duplicative costs (estimated minimum $5,761,600) and extensive development effort (minimum 24 months) to replace the existing infrastructure. Limited competition was expected among authorized resellers, including SDVOSB resellers, holding current GWACs.