GitLab or Alternatives - Request for Information
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 the Air Force, specifically the Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is conducting market research to identify alternative software solutions to GitLab Ultimate. This Request for Information (RFI) is for planning purposes to support the Platform One license management team. Responses are due February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government is seeking information on alternative software options (enterprise, cloud-managed, or open-source) that provide similar functionality to GitLab Ultimate. Key technical requirements include:
- Infrastructure: Self-hosting, containerization, and AWS EKS compatibility.
- DevSecOps: CI/CD capabilities, artifact registry, SAST/DAST, and vulnerability management.
- Management: Issue tracking, Kanban boards, source control management, and DORA metrics.
- Security: SSO/OIDC/SAML integration, granular permissions, and audit logs.
Vendors are asked to provide estimated transition and training costs, pricing plans, and their willingness to enter into a contract with a base year and four one-year options.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Duration: Potential base year plus four one-year options
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 12, 2026
- Published: February 9, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation for proposals. Responses will be used to determine market capabilities and inform future acquisition strategies. Submissions must include the completed "Requirements Capability Sheet" provided in the attachments.
Additional Notes
Vendors should not include information on software already in use by the government. All three tabs of the attached Excel file (T&C, RFI Q&A, and Requirements) must be filled out completely.