Members, Committees, and other House offices may individually procure technology services from companies that meet standards set by the Committee on House Administration. These standards include contractual, security, architectural, and operational requirements necessary to protect House information systems and data.
Note: Though many of the same standards apply, enterprise contracts that are paid for centrally are a separate process from those outlined on this page. Vendors interested in learning more about potential enterprise contracts should visit the current solicitations section.
Companies seeking to provide technological services to House offices must become authorized through one of the processes outlined on this page before marketing and selling to House offices. It is important to note that once authorized, Vendors still must market their product or service to individual House offices to obtain business.
The information below will help you to determine what service line best fits your offering and what you need to know to obtain authorization.
Cloud Services
In accordance with House Information Security Policy 17 (HISPOL17), companies offering cloud services must complete an internal review and be authorized by the Committee on House Administration to be used for official House business. Cloud services include SaaS, PaaS and IaaS solutions that will store or process House data off the House network. Authorized cloud service providers must continue to comply with HISPOL17 and any applicable House security requirements. Learn more about becoming a cloud services provider.
Correspondence Management Systems
Correspondence Management Systems (CMS) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions support Member offices in managing constituent communications and casework. Companies offering CMS/CRM solutions must operate under the Technology Services Contract. CMS/CRM packages must support correspondence management, targeted mailings, casework tracking, system reporting, and CMS /CRM systems administration. Companies offering a CMS/CRM package must operate under the Technology Services Contract. Learn more about the process of becoming an authorized CMS provider at the House.
Maintenance
Maintenance providers perform installation, maintenance, and technical support for House-authorized computer equipment. Companies must operate in compliance with House IT standards and coordinate activities with House technology offices to ensure continuity of operations. Companies offering a maintenance service must operate under the Technology Services Contract. Learn more about becoming a House Maintenance vendor.
System Administration
Systems administration providers assist House offices with IT operations, including end-user support, training, and technical guidance and recommendations related to information systems and services. Companies offering system administration services must operate under the Technology Services Contract. Learn about the process of becoming a House system administration provider.
Web Services
Web service providers design, host, and maintain websites for House offices. Companies must be authorized under the Master Web Services Agreement, which establishes requirements related to security, accessibility, content management, and ongoing maintenance of House websites. Learn how to become an authorized web vendor at the House.
Unsolicited Tech Pitch
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