DRAFT MANAGED SERVICES RFQ RELEASED FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

The document relates to a draft Request for Quotation (RFQ) for managed services, released by the General Services Administration (GSA) for public comment. The RFQ, identified by solicitation number GSAR612FSSI_FAIII_FAIV, was posted on August 15, 2012, following a GSA meeting held on August 1, 2012, in Arlington, Virginia. The meeting transcript is provided to gather input and feedback from interested parties. Comments on the draft RFQ are accepted until August 22, 2012, at 5 pm Eastern time. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 333293, which generally pertains to certain manufacturing sectors, though specific agency or office details and place of performance information are not provided. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Meredith Parker, the Contracting Officer, who can be reached via email. This release serves as a sources-sought notice aimed at identifying potential vendors capable of providing the required managed services. The document does not specify any set-aside type or target group for contracting, indicating that it is open for general industry participation. The public comment process is designed to refine and finalize the procurement strategy before formally soliciting proposals.