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Request for Information (RFI) Armed Forces Billing and Collection Utilization Solution (ABACUS)

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Submission Closed06/29/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The U.S. Defense Health Agency, on behalf of the Program Executive Office for Defense Healthcare Management Systems, is issuing a Request for Information to gauge industry availability of software solutions that replicate the Revenue Cycle Management capabilities of the Armed Forces Billing and Collection Utilization Solution (ABACUS). This RFI is purely for market research and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to procure; respondents should not expect compensation for their efforts, and no proposals will be accepted. The goal is to identify vendors capable of providing an interim software solution to support worldwide billing, collection, and reporting for Military Treatment Facilities, with an anticipated contract period beginning February 1, 2027, and extending through September 30, 2030 if all option periods are exercised. Respondents must provide detailed information including company identification, business size under NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and any applicable small business certifications such as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, or Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned. They are also encouraged to suggest a more appropriate NAICS code with justification. Technical submissions must describe the proposed software’s features, cybersecurity compliance with DoD and DHA standards, and experience with cloud-based managed services. Past performance on federal contracts, especially with DoD, must be outlined, and vendors without direct experience should explain how they will meet requirements through teaming or other arrangements. Rough Order of Magnitude cost estimates and pricing models, such as subscription or perpetual license, are required. Responses must be submitted to Sharjeel Javaid by June 29, 2026, with the subject line “RFI Response - ABACUS Software Solution,” and are limited to four pages of substantive content excluding cover materials.

General Info

DHA seeks industry input for interim ABACUS replacement software with cybersecurity compliance, cloud experience, and cost estimates by June 29, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Health Agency

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

GRASSY CREEK, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

ABACUS Sustainment Performance Work Statement (April 2026)

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

Response DeadlineJun 29

Deadline has passed

PostedJul 21

Sources Sought

Submission Closed

06/29/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Health Agency

Contacts1 person available

OfficeROSSLYN, VA, 22209, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Health Agency

Office AddressROSSLYN, VA, 22209, USA

Contacts

Sharjeel Javaid

contact@example.gov

Full Description

Request for Information (RFI) Armed Forces Billing and Collection Utilization Solution

General.

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY.

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes - it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This request for information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Proposals are not being sought, and unsolicited proposals will not be accepted.

Respondents are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued.

Background.

The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) on behalf of Program Executive Office Defense Healthcare Management Systems (PEO DHMS) is seeking information from industry regarding the availability of software solutions similar to the Armed Forces Billing and Collection Utilization Solution (ABACUS). The Defense Healthcare Management Systems Program Executive Office utilizes the ABACUS software to provide Services Uniform Business Offices (UBOs) with an industry-standard, best-practice means for billing, collection and reporting of medical services provided by DoD Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) worldwide. The anticipated period of performance will consist of a 12-month base period beginning February 1, 2027, followed by two 12-month option periods and one 8-month option period. If all options are exercised, the total period of performance will conclude on September 30, 2030.

Purpose.

The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify potential sources that can provide an interim software solution with capabilities similar to the Revenue Cycle Management functions available in ABACUS. The Government seeks to understand the market availability, technical capabilities, and potential cost structures of such solutions. See attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for details regarding the initiative.

Information Requested.

1. Participants are requested to submit the following information in the format outlined below. The response should be detailed but no more than four pages and address the information requested below (title pages, cover letter, etc., will not count against the page limit). Respondents are highly encouraged to submit a tailored response rather than a generic capability statement to ensure the needed information is provided.

Company Information:
- Name of the company
- Address
- Point of contact (name, phone number, email)
- DUNS number and CAGE code
- Business Size: The NAICS for this effort is 541511, Custom Computer Programming Services. Based on this NAICS, identify your business size as Small or Large. If a small business, identify if any of the following are applicable: HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Veteran-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business, Woman-Owned, or Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned.
- Participants are also encouraged to recommend a more suitable NAICS that accurately reflects the scope of the initiative. When making your recommendation, please update your business size classification based on the proposed NAICS and provide a concise rationale explaining how the recommended NAICS aligns effectively with the initiative's objectives.

2. Technical Capabilities:

Include sufficient details on how the objectives outlined in the attached PWS will be effectively addressed, to include the following:
Description of the software solution
Technical specifications and features
Compliance with Department of Defense and Defense Health Agency cybersecurity requirements
Experience with cloud-based managed service offerings

3. Past Performance:

Relevant past performance information, including previous contracts with DoD or other federal agencies, to include a brief description of the project, contract number, period of performance, prime or subcontractor status, dollar value of the project.
If there is no direct performance or experience with the stated initiative, please explain how you will effectively fulfill the initiative utilizing proposed teaming arrangements and other arrangements.

4. Cost Information:

Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate for the software solution
Pricing structure (e.g., subscription-based, perpetual license, etc.)

5. Additional Information:

Any other relevant information that may assist the Government in its market research

Submission Instructions.

Responses to this RFI should be submitted electronically to Mr. Sharjeel J. Javaid: contact@example.gov, no later than July 29, 2026, 1400 ET. Please include “RFI Response - ABACUS Software Solution” in the subject line.