Request for Information (RFI) - Financial Accounting & Reporting Services

Description

Request for Information (RFI) - Financial Accounting & Reporting Services THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE, REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI). This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). This request for capability information does not constitute an RFP or RFQ and does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service, whatsoever. Further, the Virginia Contracting Activity (VaCA) is not at this time seeking proposals or quotes and will not accept unsolicited proposals or quotations. Submission of any information in response to this market survey is purely voluntary. However, responses received will assist the Government if solicitation is issued in the future. The government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred associated with this request for capability information. Not responding to this sources sought does not preclude participation in any future RFP or RFQ, if any is issued. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring government websites such as GSA or SAM for any potential opportunities. Responses do not guarantee award nor exclude/include your company in any potential acquisition process. No feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. This RFI is being used as a Market Research tool for informational purposes and for preliminary planning purposes to identify potential sources that possess the required experience and expertise to provide the required support. Small and large businesses are encouraged to respond. 1. INTRODUCTION: The VaCA invites interested contractors to respond to this RFI for Financial Accounting and Reporting Services in support of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), Office of the Comptroller (CFOCO). VaCA seeks information from qualified industry sources capable of providing comprehensive support for Federal financial accounting and financial reporting operations, including General Ledger (GL) management, data validation, system accounting, account reconciliation, Journal Voucher (JV) support, Fund Balance with Treasury (FBWT) reconciliation support, asset life cycle accounting support, Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) reconciliation support, financial reporting including financial statements and Agency Financial Report (AFR), and related financial system support activities. This RFI is part of VaCA's market research efforts to better understand industry capabilities, innovative approaches, and best practices in Federal financial management. Information received may be used to shape acquisition strategy, refine technical requirements, evaluate small business opportunities, and support development of a future solicitation that meets mission needs while ensuring compliance with applicable Federal financial management standards and regulations. 2. PURPOSE: VaCA is conducting market research to inform a potential upcoming acquisition for Financial Accounting & Reporting Services. This RFI seeks industry feedback to help refine requirements, validate market capability, and identify approaches for improving financial accounting processes, including Treasury-related reconciliations and reporting, while maintaining compliance with Federal financial management standards. A draft Statement of Work (SOW) is provided as an attachment to this RFI for industry review and comment. Information gathered will support VaCA in developing a competitive acquisition strategy that maximizes value, promotes small business participation, and supports successful contract performance. This RFI is issued for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation. 3. BACKGROUND: CFOCO is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and producing timely financial reports in support of Agency decision-making and external reporting requirements. DIA�s accounting system of record is the Financial Accounting Corporate Tracking System (FACTS), an Oracle PeopleSoft-based system maintained and operated by the Maryland Procurement Office (MPO).Performance may require work in classified environments and access to Government systems, contract-related data sources, and financial management data. The contemplated requirement is focused on Financial Accounting & Reporting support services. This includes support for GL operations, reconciliations, JV processing support, FBWT reconciliation and reporting support, asset accounting and asset-related reporting support, CLIN reconciliation and contract accounting support, financial statement support, AFR , and related financial accounting and reporting operations. 4. DRAFT SCOPE OF SERVICES The Government�s draft scope and requirements are provided in the Attachment. Respondents are encouraged to review the draft SOW and provide comments and recommendations in accordance with Section 5. Attachment: CFOCO Financial Accounting & Reporting SOW_17 June 26 Please review all attachments for the full RFI description and draft Statement of Work (SOW)