Information Technology Developing, Implementing and Improving Modernized Solution

The agency is seeking information technology services to develop, implement, and improve modernized IT systems used to operate and manage child nutrition programs. The project aims to solve issues of program integrity, accountability, and efficiency at both the State and local levels. The agency requires innovative technology solutions that strengthen program integrity through modernized system operations. The scope of work covers evaluating current IT systems, which includes conducting internal reviews and hiring a contractor or university student to recommend solutions. The selected partner must conduct feasibility studies, including business analysis, requirements analysis, alternative analysis, and cost-benefit analysis to plan the system project implementation. Additionally, the project involves building a custom system, implementing a commercial-off-the-shelf product, or purchasing web-based software to support program integrity. The agency also requires the creation of interfaces to improve automation between state and local agencies, including sub-grant awards. Other requested activities include implementing innovative solutions to improve program operation accountability, monitoring, data accuracy, and overall program integrity. Eligible bidders must be onshore organizations based in the United States. The performance of all contracted work will take place offsite. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally either via email or through the online portal. The agency is looking for proposal submissions to determine the budget, and specific key dates are not provided in the source.