OSW DFAS - 1099 Tax Software and Maintenance - MRAS

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW), is conducting market research to explore potential solutions for replacing the Defense Finance and Accounting Service's (DFAS) legacy Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system. This initiative is driven by a mandatory transition imposed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to adopt the new Information Returns Intake System (IRIS), which utilizes an Application-to-Application (A2A) interface. The transition requires a shift from FIRE's legacy flat-file format to a structured XML schema, necessitating a modern software solution that aligns with these technical specifications.

The primary goal of this market research is to identify vendors capable of providing a comprehensive, cloud-native 1099 software solution that meets IRS compliance requirements and supports DFAS's strategic imperative for digital transformation. The desired solution should feature a cloud-based architecture to ensure scalability and accessibility, an API-first integration approach for seamless data exchange with existing systems, and robust security protocols to protect sensitive information. Additionally, it should offer comprehensive compliance workflows, including real-time TIN verification, electronic filing capabilities, and support for the Combined Federal/State Filing program.

The scope of work involves developing and deploying this modern information return filing solution within a Government-provided Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability environment accredited at FedRAMP Impact Level 5. Vendors are expected to manage the complete software development lifecycle designing, developing, testing, and deploying the solution while adhering to principles of accessibility and efficient data processing. The system must also include user-friendly interfaces with guided experiences for error handling and data validation.

Vendors responding to this Request for Information (RFI) should demonstrate experience in DoD security compliance, IRS IRIS A2A interface compatibility, high-volume processing capabilities, and customer support structures compliant with Section 508 accessibility standards. Furthermore, vendors should provide evidence of their ability to handle data migration strategies effectively while ensuring intellectual property rights management in line with DoD standards.