Job Specifications
RFQ was launched as initial selected candidate withdrew and the ones higher priced were considered not compliant due to the following:
Does not satisfy technical skill requirements: Extensive IT experience, but in areas not related to this job;
No records of real experience with Power Platform or MS Fabric;
Extensive senior IT experience, but in areas not related to this job;
No references to any of the M365 technical areas required for the job;
Not enough experience with Power Platform Governance; -
Only secondary involvement with the Power Platform, as app/flow maker rather than gov/mgt;
No proof of experience with the Power Platform;
Limited exposure to Power Platform and MS Fabric;
Related experience only at the last job listed (less than 2 years);
Vague statements about involvement with Power Platform. No references of work with MS Fabric
Deadline Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Requirement: Support for Modern Workplace
Location: Off-Site
Note: Please refer to your Subcontract Agreement, article 6.4.1.a, which states "Off-Site Discount: 5% (this discount is applicable to all requirements, and applies when the assigned personnel are permitted to work Off-Site, such as at- home)". Please be sure to price this discount in your overall price proposal when submitting bids against off-site RFQs
Period of Performance: BASE period: As soon as possible but not later than 01 st April - 31st December 2026
2027 Option: 1st January 2027 until 31st December 2027
Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET
Special Terms and Conditions: Non-disclosure undertaking to be signed
1 INTRODUCTION
Supporting NATO throughout all its geographical locations, the NCI Agency is looking for Support for Modern Workplace, joining the journey of NATO's modernisation of IT services, through leveraging Microsoft 365 Services, delivering managed, protected, security-centric and reliable IT Services.
NCI Agency - Cloud Operations Team
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is dedicated to supporting NATO's strategic objectives, including the ambitious NATO 2030 agenda. As part of this commitment, we are spearheading the modernization and digital transformation of NATO's IT services. Our focus is on leveraging public cloud technologies like Microsoft 354, incorporating a security-by-design approach, and ensuring a seamless transition to a modern, collaborative workplace environment.
To achieve these goals, we are building a Cloud Operations Center team under the Cloud Portfolio, operating under the NATO Enterprise Cloud Operating Model (NECOM) and under the guidance of the Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE). The NECOM framework provides a standardized approach for cloud service management, ensuring interoperability, scalability, and security across NATO's IT infrastructure. The Cloud Center of Excellence will serve as a hub for best practices, innovation, and expertise, driving the adoption and optimization of cloud technologies within NATO. This team will play a crucial role in our journey towards providing managed, protected, and reliable End User Services.
Embracing the latest technological advancements, this initiative will foster innovation and ensure NATO remains at the cutting edge of IT capabilities. By continuously evolving and integrating new technologies, we aim to enhance operational efficiency and readiness for future challenges. This remote position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of NATO's technological evolution and contribute to the security and efficiency of our operations.
NCI Agency - Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE)
The Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE) within the NCI Agency is focused on driving successful cloud adoption and maximizing the potential of cloud technologies across the organization. It serves as a central governing body, promoting best practices, enabling knowledge sharing, and ensuring alignment between business objectives and cloud initiatives. The CCoE supports various cloud-based solutions, ensuring their effective and efficient implementation and management. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, the CCoE helps the NCI Agency leverage cloud technologies to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and agility.
The ideal service will offer expertise in managing resources in Microsoft 365 services.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills are required, along with the ability to document processes on Microsoft 365 services.
This service is critical for maintaining a secure and efficient cloud environment, supporting internal users and external collaborators.
One resource is required to perform the services described under this SOW.
2 OBJECTIVES
The NCI Agency is embracing cloud services by transitioning to Microsoft 365 Services with a security-centric design. This shift aims to enhance operational efficiency, collaboration, and security across the organization.
The objective of this state
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