USAF - A1/A1X Financial Improvement Audit Readiness - MRAS

The General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of the United States Air Force (USAF), is conducting market research to identify potential vendors capable of supporting the Headquarters Air Force (HAF) Directorate of Manpower, Personnel, and Services, HAF/A1. The primary objective is to gather information from qualified vendors who can deliver specialized services related to audit and compliance requirements crucial for the Air Force Integrated Personnel and Pay System (AFIPPS). This initiative is part of a broader effort towards digital transformation within the Air Force, ensuring effective talent management and adherence to financial accountability standards.

The work requested involves developing an A1 Audit Air Force Instruction (AFI) and constructing an Audit Dashboard. Vendors are expected to create personnel and pay risk management internal control (RMIC) policies while also formulating strategies that address compliance requirements for a comprehensive Full Financial Statement Audit. Additionally, professional services will encompass IT and FM RMIC audit procedures in alignment with various federal standards such as FFMIA, FMFIA, NIST, FISMA, FISCAM, Bluebook protocols, along with Internal Control Enterprise Risk Management practices. This includes implementing Audit Monitoring Best Practices and handling tasks related to AFIPPS Initial Operational Capability (IOC) and its subsequent sustainment phases.

The Headquarters Air Force's focus on AFIPPS IOC preparation underscores its significance as a top priority within A1 IT initiatives. The successful execution of these tasks is essential for transitioning AFIPPS from its initial operational capability through full operational capability to sustained operations. Vendors with proven capabilities in developing financial audit dashboards and those familiar with federal audit compliance frameworks are encouraged to provide their capability statements in response to this Request for Information (RFI).