Test Automation Tool for Windows Desktop Applications

Background
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking information on tools for automating test script development to validate Windows Desktop Applications across various technology stacks. The goal of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify tools that enhance testing efficiency, accuracy, and integration within a Quality Testing Framework, focusing on reporting and analysis.

The MBTA manages various critical Windows Desktop Applications, each implemented using independent technology stacks, necessitating adaptable automation solutions.

Work Details
The RFI aims to gather insights on potential solutions for automated testing of Windows Desktop Applications. Key objectives include:
- Identifying tools that support automated testing
- Understanding their features and functionalities
- Exploring integration capabilities with other development and testing environments
- Gathering information on licensing, pricing, and support options.

Respondents are requested to provide detailed information covering tool overview, technical capabilities (including supported Windows versions and automation programming languages), automation features (such as configuration support and parallel execution), test data management (organization of tests and reporting capabilities), integration with CI/CD models, installation/operation details (deployment options and system requirements), support and maintenance information (release cycles and SLAs), information security controls, software accessibility compliance, financial considerations (licensing models and pricing scenarios), and any additional value propositions.

Period of Performance
Responses to this RFI are expected to inform the MBTA's decision-making process regarding potential future Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The timeline indicates that business requirements will be refined by March 2025.

Place of Performance
The contract work will primarily take place in Boston, MA.