Technical Services Office (TSO) Combined Support
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 Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is conducting market research for Technical Services Office (TSO) Combined Support. This Sources Sought notice seeks qualified and experienced sources, including small businesses, to provide analysis support for critical financial systems. Responses are due May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
DFAS anticipates a need for approximately nine (9) full-time staff to provide analysis support for the Automated Disbursing System (ADS-COBOL), Intra-Governmental Payments and Collections (IPAC), Centralized Disbursing System (CDS), and Mechanization of Contract Administration Services (MOCAS). The scope encompasses personnel, management, and technical services across categories such as Software Lifecycle & Development, Implementation & Migration, Analysis & Improvement, Support Services, Oversight & Management, and Security.
Key contractor goals include Production Support, Customer Support, System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Support, System Administration, Internal Controls, Documentation, and Testing and Quality Assurance. Specific roles mentioned include Applications Developers (Journeyman and Senior) and a Database Administrator.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (small businesses encouraged to respond)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: May 1, 2026, 7:45 PM ET
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research purposes only to gauge industry interest and capabilities. Interested sources should provide details on recent relevant contracts, business information, and small business status via email.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation and is for market research purposes only. Information received will not be disclosed outside the government.