PORT PERFORMANCE SUBSCRIPTION
ID: FMC-BTA-24-0013Type: Special Notice
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FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSIONFEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION

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Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

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SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: INFORMATION RETRIEVAL (R612)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0c133c283ad944a39175746d41414b01/view
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    The Federal Maritime Commission intends to sole source a subscription for Port Performance services from S&P Global, a leading provider in the industry. This procurement aims to secure essential subscription services that will support the Commission's operational needs in monitoring and analyzing port performance metrics. The anticipated period of performance for this contract is from September 29, 2024, to September 28, 2029, encompassing a base year and four one-year option periods. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Michelle Calhoun at mcalhoun@fmc.gov or by phone at 202-523-2901, as this opportunity is being pursued under the Federal Acquisition Regulations Subpart 13.5 for simplified procedures.

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    MICHELLE CALHOUN
    (202) 523-2901
    mcalhoun@fmc.gov
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