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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    The Department of Commerce is seeking vendors to participate in the Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program, aimed at procuring commercially available data to support its mission of facilitating economic growth and opportunity. The program will allow continuous submissions from vendors for data across various industries, particularly focusing on the NAICS code 519290, which encompasses Web Search Portals and Information Services. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the Department's ability to leverage data for informed decision-making and operational efficiencies, with a contract value of up to $7.5 million and an open solicitation period extending through December 31, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to the primary contact at commercialdatahub@doc.gov or the secondary contact, Jacqueline Brown, at jbrown4@doc.gov for further information.

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    The "Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program" outlines the terms in an addendum for the licensing agreement between the government and a contractor responding to RFP No. 1331L524R13OS0005. The addendum modifies the contractor's standard license terms to comply with U.S. federal laws and procurement regulations. Key amendments include disavowal of "click through" agreements, exemption of the government from indemnification, audits, penalties for late payment, and third-party licensing claims. Additionally, the addendum asserts that provisions violating federal laws, such as the Anti-Deficiency Act, are invalid, and that the government maintains flexibility in utilizing data acquired under this contract. Overall, this document establishes clear boundaries and protections for the government in its contractual relationship, ensuring that federal laws and the terms set forth in the RFP take precedence over the contractor's standard commercial terms.
    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 Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program, outlined in RFP No. 1331L524R13OS0005 by the Department of Commerce, aims to procure commercially available data to enhance the Department's ability to support economic growth, innovation, and public welfare. This continuous solicitation utilizes Simplified Acquisition Procedures for contracts valued up to $7.5 million under NAICS code 519290. The program's goals include acquiring data as a cohesive enterprise, providing shared access across departments, and promoting standardized data delivery. The requested data spans key areas including business governance, consumer behavior, financial statistics, health data, real estate, supply chain information, telecommunications, and transportation data, with an emphasis on bulk and proprietary datasets. Importantly, the document emphasizes compliance with data rights, Section 508 accessibility standards, and adherence to federal data strategies. The contract type will be fixed price, facilitating a base year of performance and options for up to four additional years. This initiative underscores the DOC's commitment to leveraging data strategically to address critical social issues, maintain transparency, and enhance operational efficiencies across its bureaus while mitigating risks such as conflicts of interest and data security.
    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 document pertains to the RFP 1331L524R13OS0005 for the Commercial Data Hub Pilot Program issued by the Department of Commerce (DOC). The primary objective is to procure data to support the DOC's mission of facilitating economic growth and opportunity. This solicitation aims for enterprise use across all DOC offices, allowing open and continuous submissions from vendors for data related to various industries, with a specific interest in the NAICS code 519290 (Web Search Portals and Information Services). Key points include: - The number of selected bidders will depend on budget and assessed value of proposals. - The DOC does not have specific volume requirements for data procurement and seeks a diverse range of overall data, not restricted to the U.S. - Various methods for data delivery, including APIs and bulk access options, are considered. - Firms responding must have active registrations in SAM.gov, and preferences for small business participation will follow federal guidelines. Overall, this pilot program is designed to evaluate data offerings effectively, with multiple awards expected based on the identified needs and available funding, supporting the DOC's commitment to economic enhancement through informed data analysis.
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