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 AFLCMC HNCK C3IN office, is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought for alternative software solutions to GitLab Ultimate. This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not an RFQ or RFP. Responses will help identify potential solutions for application development software. Responses are due by February 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Information Requested
The government is seeking detailed information on alternative software options to GitLab Ultimate, including enterprise, cloud-managed, or open-source editions. Vendors should provide:
- How their alternative software differs from and is similar to GitLab Ultimate licenses.
- How their solution meets the extensive technical requirements outlined in the "Requirements Capability Sheet" (Sheet 2 of the attached Excel).
- Estimated transition and training costs, including onboarding, consulting, and training options.
- Pricing plans (monthly, trial, annual) and potential discounts.
- Additional features, value-added services, and support options.
- Willingness to enter into contracts with a base year and up to four one-year options.
Key technical requirements include self-hosting, containerization, AWS EKS compatibility, SSO/OIDC/SAML, CI/CD capabilities, artifact registry, SAST/DAST, vulnerability management, issue tracking, Kanban boards, source control management, service mesh compatibility (Istio), project management features, and integration with DevOps tools.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 7A20 (Application Development Software)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: February 4, 2026
- Place of Performance: Texas (78205), United States
Submission Instructions
Interested vendors must complete all three sheets of the attached Excel file, specifically the "Requirements Capability Sheet." Responses should be submitted to the points of contact listed in the opportunity. Do not include information on software already in use by the government or quotes intended for award evaluation.
Additional Notes
This RFI is solely for market research and planning. No contract will be awarded based on responses, and submissions are voluntary.