Intent to Sole Source - IV&V and PMSS

The Department of State has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) under solicitation number 19AQMM24Q0107 for Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) and Program Management Support Services (PMSS). These services support the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS), which serves as the Department’s standard service delivery platform for over 110,000 interagency customers and manages $3.4 billion in annual services. The primary scope involves identifying software errors from an independent user perspective to prevent defects, security risks, or system outages that could impact essential functions at various worldwide locations.

The estimated value for the entire period of performance, including options, is $1,554,651. This requirement is categorized under NAICS code 541519 for Other Computer Related Services and PSC code DA01 for IT and Telecom - Business Application/Application Development Support Services (Labor). The Office of Logistics Management, Program Management Support, utilizes these services to maintain a low defect rate for software pushed to production while avoiding the internal bias of development teams.

Performance is centered in McLean, Virginia, with Felicia Goudy serving as the point of contact. The notice was published on July 24, 2024, and includes one attachment titled Limited Sources Justification IVV-PMS (ILMS)_20240607 SIgnedkdm.pdf. This procurement allows the agency to meet mission objectives by ensuring the stability and security of the ILMS components used by global personnel.