GSA POLARIS

GSA POLARIS

POLARIS is a GWAC that can be used by any Federal agency and DoD to order information technology services and IT services-based solutions, including Artificial intelligence, Robotic process automation, Information and communications technology, IT operations and maintenance, IT security, Software development, Systems design, and Blockchain. Contracting officers may include ancillary services and equipment on orders, as long as the ancillary support is integral and necessary for the IT services-based solution. Ancillary support can include non-IT services/labor as well as IT and non-IT equipment (server racks, mounts, etc.) and software.

POLARIS SCOPE

The following provides a representation of the Innovative Solutions available under this contract.

Emerging Technologies

• Advanced and Quantum Computing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Automation Technology
• Distributed Ledger Technology (Blockchain)
• Edge Computing
• Immersive Technology

Performance Areas

• Cloud Services
• Cybersecurity
• Data Management
• Information and Communications Technologies
• IT Operations & Maintenance
• Software Development
• System Design

Ancillary Support: Services, Supplies, and Construction

• Data Entry
• IT Products
• Server Racks
• Software Licenses
• Subscriptions
• Clerical Support
• Records Management Operations
• Minor Construction, alteration, and report to real property

IT Managed Services

• IT Managed Services can be provided through Polaris, where the contractor, as the managed service provider (MSP) delivers services, such as network, application, infrastructure and security, via ongoing and regular support and active administration on customers’ premises, in their MSP’s data center (hosting), or in a third-party data center. This allows for fully managed services throughout the service lifecycle based on the customer's need and specific solution required.