Commerce Data Hub Pilot Program
ID: 1331L524R13OS0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE SECRETARYDEPT OF COMMERCE ESOWASHINGTON, DC, 20230, USA

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IT AND TELECOM - PLATFORM PRODUCTS: DATABASE, MAINFRAME, MIDDLEWARE (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7H20)
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    Commerce Data Hub Pilot Program is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notice issued by the Department of Commerce (DOC), specifically the Office of the Secretary. The procurement is for commercially available data through a Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program. The purpose of this program is to obtain data on behalf of the Department of Commerce. The solicitation and resulting contract will be issued using Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as supplemented in Subpart 13.5. The procurement includes a reserve for one or more small business concerns, in accordance with FAR 52.219-31. The Department of Commerce anticipates that up to 10% of the cumulative dollar value of awards will be made to small business concerns. The full contents of the solicitation can be found in the attached documents.

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    Commerce Data Hub Pilot
    commercialdatahub@doc.gov
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    The attachment outlines modifications to the Contractor's standard license terms in response to RFP No. 1331L524R13OS0005, specifically emphasizing compliance with federal law and government requirements. Key provisions include disclaiming indemnification obligations, revoking price escalations, penalties, and attorney fees against the government, and clarifying that any agreements must align with federal procurement law. This addendum takes precedence over any conflicting terms in the Commercial License and is enforceable in resultant contracts.
    The License Agreement Addendum outlines specific modifications to the Contractor's standard license terms for the Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program, ensuring compliance with federal procurement law and the terms of the associated Request for Proposal (RFP). Key revisions include the revocation of indemnification obligations, penalties for late payments, and unilateral termination rights concerning the Government, as well as the establishment of federal law as governing authority. The addendum supersedes any conflicting terms in the original Commercial License while affirming the continued validity of the remainder of the license.
    The Department of Commerce is seeking proposals for a Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program to acquire commercially available data, enabling better economic analysis and decision-making. The solicitation outlines various data requirements across sectors like business governance, consumer behavior, finance, health, and supply chain, emphasizing access, standardization, and shared resources among DOC bureaus. Proposals are to be submitted by December 31, 2024, and will be evaluated based on technical capabilities, past performance, and pricing compliance, prioritizing offers that align with federal regulations and DOC's mission.
    The Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals for a Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program, aimed at acquiring commercially available data to support its mission in economic growth and opportunity. The procurement is open and continuous, with offerings being accepted until December 31, 2024, under a fixed-price contract structure, focusing on specific data areas like business governance, consumer behavior, financial, health, real estate, supply chain, telecommunications, and transportation. Proposal evaluations will consider technical merit, past performance, and pricing, with emphasis on providing standardized data delivery that aligns with the Department’s objectives.
    The response to RFP 1331L524R13OS0005 clarifies that the Department of Commerce (DOC) plans to add users based on data value, fairness, price, and budget considerations, and that the pilot period will be enterprise-wide. Data delivery methods, historical requirements, and global data procurement are outlined, with no specific training needs anticipated. Additionally, the solicitation anticipates multiple contract awards based on technical and price evaluation, and offers guidance for proposal submissions addressing the comprehensive nature of the required data.
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