FFRDC_Decennial Research and Design Services
ID: DEC-23-0025Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFUS CENSUS BUREAUDEPT OF COMMERCE CENSUSSUITLAND, MD, 20746, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b623bca1ae9d408c9c2054564bc0f4a7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the U.S. Census Bureau, is seeking to award a sole source task order to MITRE, Inc. for Decennial Research and Design Services related to the 2030 Census Operational Design and Selection Phase. This procurement aims to secure technical management, research and development, and strategic management support, focusing on program architecture and integration, requirements engineering and development, cost estimation, and simulated data experiments. The services provided will be critical in ensuring the effective planning and execution of the upcoming census, which plays a vital role in the allocation of federal resources and representation. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Paul W. Boesch at paul.w.boesch@census.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Paul W Boesch
    paul.w.boesch@census.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    JOFOC_Decennial Research Design FINAL.pdf
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    FFRDC_Decennial Research and Design Services
    Currently viewing
    Justification
    Similar Opportunities
    FFRDC_Frames Transformation Services
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Commerce, specifically the U.S. Census Bureau, is seeking to award a sole source task order to MITRE, Inc. for technical management support related to the Census Bureau’s Frames Program. This procurement aims to secure technical advisory support for the Demographic Frame, which is a critical component of the Census Bureau's efforts to maintain accurate demographic data. The task order is essential for ensuring the effective management and enhancement of the Frames Program, which plays a vital role in the Census Bureau's operations. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Paul W. Boesch at paul.w.boesch@census.gov.
    Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Accenture Federal Services, LLC BSS
    Buyer not available
    The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) intends to award a sole-source contract to Accenture Federal Services, LLC for ongoing support of the Commerce Business Systems (CBS) and Core Financial System (CFS) applications. This contract will be structured as a one-year base period with three six-month priced options, leveraging Accenture's unique expertise and institutional knowledge gained from their incumbency in the CBS/CFS Program. The services provided are critical for maintaining the financial management and accounting capabilities essential to DOC operations, especially as the department transitions to a new Business Applications Solution (BAS) project set for completion in 2026. Interested parties may submit responses within 15 days of this notice to the primary contacts, Cameron Brooks and Brandon Harrell, via email, although no solicitation package is available.
    Notice of Sole Source
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Commerce is announcing a sole source procurement for IT services, indicating that the contract will be awarded to a single vendor without a competitive bidding process. This decision is based on the authority granted under FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B), which allows for such actions when only one source is deemed capable of fulfilling the requirements. The procurement is critical for supporting the department's management operations, and all inquiries regarding this opportunity should be directed to Lauren Gueye at lgueye@doc.gov, as telephone inquiries will not be accepted. The place of performance for this contract will be in Washington, DC, and further details can be found in the attached justification document.
    Access to and Use of the CB Insights Platform
    Buyer not available
    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking to award a sole source contract to CB Information Services, Inc. for access to the CB Insights Platform, which provides critical research and analytics data on global venture capital and mergers and acquisitions. The platform must include features such as round-by-round deal data, a focus on the cleantech sector, direct data feed or API functionality, and detailed financial and investor contact information. This procurement is essential for enhancing the NSF's capabilities in analyzing market trends and investment opportunities, with a total contract value of $60,000. Interested parties can reach out to Bethany Stutler at bstutler@nsf.gov, with responses due by December 15, 2025, and the contract award anticipated on December 19, 2025.
    Notice of Intent to Sole Source - IBISWorld, Inc
    Buyer not available
    The U.S. International Trade Commission intends to award a sole source Purchase Order to IBISWorld, Inc. for the provision of specialized data and research services essential for the Office of Research Analysis. This procurement is an annual renewal that will ensure access to up-to-date investigation, technical assistance, and research activities, which are critical due to the unique structure and methodology of IBISWorld's database. The contract will cover a performance period from December 1, 2025, through November 31, 2026, and interested parties may submit information to Alisha Hunt at Alisha.Hunt@usitc.gov within five days of this notice, although no competitive solicitation will be issued.
    ASTM CUSTOMIZED COMPASS PORTAL SUBSCRIPTION
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to negotiate a sole source contract for the renewal of the customized COMPASS portal subscription with ASTM, located in West Conshohocken, PA. This subscription provides access to a comprehensive collection of standards, including the Complete 15 volume Book of Standards, various Digital Library content, and selected European Normative Standards, ISO, and IEC Standards. The procurement is critical as ASTM is the sole provider of these services, holding exclusive rights to the content and archives, and no competitive proposals will be solicited. Interested parties may express their interest and capability via email to Randy E. Schroyer at randy.schroyer@nist.gov by 5:00 PM EST on December 26, 2024, with a firm fixed-price purchase order expected to be issued around January 27, 2025, for a one-year period with four additional one-year options.
    Master Data Management (MDM) & Enterprise Data Lake (EDL)
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), is seeking to award a sole source task order for Master Data Management (MDM) and Enterprise Data Lake (EDL) services. This procurement aims to establish a bridge contract that will ensure the continuity of these critical services, which are essential for managing and analyzing healthcare data effectively. The contract will be executed in Windsor Mill, Maryland, and is justified under the exception to fair opportunity as outlined in FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(C). For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Dawn Wilkins at dawn.wilkins@cms.hhs.gov or by phone at 410-786-4588, or Allisan Hafner at allisan.hafner@cms.hhs.gov or 410-786-5147.
    MMAR 6.302-2 Public Exigency Congressional Mandate
    Buyer not available
    The United States Government Publishing Office (GPO) is seeking a contractor, CoreSphere, to provide essential development, sustainment, and operations and maintenance services in response to a recent congressional mandate. This urgent requirement is driven by a public exigency as outlined in MMAR 6.302-2, necessitating immediate action to meet critical deadlines. The contract period is set from May 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024, with plans for a competitive follow-on requirement in the future. Interested parties can reach out to Dyeshia Sampson at dsampson@gpo.gov or call 202-320-0089 for further details.
    B--US Geological Survey (USGS) Landsat Next Mission Operations Center (MOC) Inform
    Buyer not available
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking qualified contractors to support the Landsat Next Mission Operations Center (MOC) through a Special Notice procurement. The primary objective is to ensure effective management of the Landsat satellite operations, which includes telemetry and command, orbit dynamics, data processing, and archive management, all critical for monitoring Earth's surface changes. This initiative is vital for maintaining a robust observational system that aligns with federal interests in environmental monitoring and data acquisition. Interested parties can contact Christopher Kuhn at ckuhn@usgs.gov or by phone at 703-648-7378 for further details regarding this opportunity.
    Sole Source Justification Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM)
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking to procure a Sole Source Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM) through a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC). This procurement is essential for advancing NIST's capabilities in laboratory equipment and supplies, particularly in high-resolution imaging and analysis. The justification for this sole source acquisition will be publicly available within 14 days of the contract award, and the opportunity will remain open for 30 days in accordance with federal regulations. Interested parties can reach out to Nina Lin at nina.lin@nist.gov or Forest Crumpler at forest.crumpler@nist.gov for further inquiries.