CALM Initiative " Appian Software Licenses and Infrastructure

The contract aims to secure software licenses and supporting infrastructure for the CMS Acquisition Lifecycle Modernization (CALM) program, which operates on the Appian platform. CALM is a web-based system developed for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Office of Acquisition and Grants Management (OAGM) to enhance contract and procurement management processes across CMS. The program leverages Appian software to deliver multiple applications, including Requisitions, Source Selection, Awards Management, Clause Automation, Vendor Management, and Purchase Card functionalities. This opportunity is identified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, with a focus on NAICS code 541512, which covers computer systems design services. The procurement is forecasted with a posting date of March 11, 2026, and is managed by CMS. Key contacts include Paul Snyder, the Program Point of Contact, and Benjamin Stidham, the Contracting Officer. The contract supports modernization efforts by providing critical software and infrastructure resources to sustain and expand CALM’s capabilities in managing acquisition lifecycle activities efficiently.