Appeals Centralized Database System (ACDS)

The Internal Revenue Service, under the Department of the Treasury’s Chief Information Officer, is seeking qualified 8(a) small business contractors to provide comprehensive ColdFusion support and implementation services for the Appeals Centralized Database System (ACDS). The contract aims to modernize legacy systems by migrating from ColdFusion 2016 to ColdFusion 2023, transitioning from Windows Server 2012 R2 to Windows Server 2019, and integrating with SQL Server databases, all while ensuring system scalability, operational efficiency, and compliance with federal accessibility and security standards. Contractors must demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in ColdFusion, SQL Server, and Windows environments, and be prepared to support system administration, application development, and the retirement of outdated infrastructure under a Firm Fixed Price structure. Performance will primarily occur at the contractor’s site, with limited, pre-approved access to the Government’s facility in Lanham, Maryland, and telework is permitted when it serves government interests. The solicitation, issued under number 26-27-A-PMO-ACDS-SSN, targets 8(a) certified small businesses through a competitive sources sought notice with a submission deadline of May 26, 2026. Proposals must follow a standardized response template and include certified resumes and Letters of Commitment for key personnel, specifically an IT Subject Matter Expert and a Senior IT Specialist, who must be fully dedicated to the project with strict change management protocols requiring advance notice and replacement qualifications. All work must comply with Section 508 accessibility requirements, IRS cybersecurity standards outlined in the Internal Revenue Manual, and HSPD-12 PIV procedures, with deliverables designated as Official Use Only and subject to Government inspection and acceptance at the contractor’s location. The base performance period runs from January 15, 2027, to January 14, 2028, with a discretionary three-month option period extending to April 14, 2028. While no contract value or pricing data is provided, evaluation is expected to prioritize technical merit, past performance, and comprehensive planning including knowledge transfer and risk mitigation over cost alone, indicating a best-value award methodology.