Navy seeks small business for FACTS support
By
Nick Wakeman
In a new sources sought notice, the Navy is looking for small businesses that can support the FACTS system to manage Navy and DOD shipping and air transportation.
The Navy has released a source sought notice looking for any 8(a) small business that can provide support for the Financial and Air Clearance Transportation System, known as FACTS.
The FACTS system is used for Navy shipping and Defense Department air clearance and transportation financial management. The market research will determine the kind of contract and procurement method the Navy will use.
Responses to the RFI are due July 25.
According to the draft performance work statement, the Navy needs continuing technical support for FACTS. Some of the support includes:
- Configuration Management
- Project Team Management
- Establishment of all interfaces required for the shipping or financial management of these shipments.
- IA support
- Help Desk Administration and Reporting
- Electronic Data Interchange Program Integration
There also is a wide variety of testing requirements.
The work under the contract will take place at the Navy Supply Systems Command FACTS program management office in Norfolk, Va. But work also may take place at other locations as needed.
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