Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Contract – Moody’s Analytics Ratings and Research Reports Subscription
ID: 2031JW25Q00019Type: Special Notice
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TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEOFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER OF THE CURRENCY

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https://sam.gov/opp/f3dffb5fd6214c318607e99694366544/view
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    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) intends to award a sole source contract to Moody’s Analytics for a subscription to their economic forecasts and ratings information. This five-year contract, which includes a base period and four optional 12-month extensions, aims to provide essential credit research, market intelligence, and risk analytics critical for assessing the creditworthiness of financial institutions and sovereigns. The subscription will enable OCC employees to analyze markets and institutions effectively, ensuring informed decision-making regarding financial obligations. Interested parties may submit responses to Mark Tewell at mark.tewell@occ.treas.gov by the specified deadline, with the contract performance period set from December 19, 2024, to December 18, 2025, and options extending to December 18, 2029.

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    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) intends to award a sole source contract to Moody’s Analytics for a subscription to their economic forecasts and ratings information. This five-year contract, inclusive of options, will provide access to essential credit research, market intelligence, and risk analytics pertinent to financial institutions and sovereigns. The OCC is using the FAR Simplified Acquisition procedures, citing that no other source can meet their specific requirements. The contract's performance period is set from December 19, 2024, to December 18, 2025, with options extending to December 18, 2029. While this is not a competitive proposal solicitation, responses from other vendors will be considered on their ability to meet the outlined service needs. Interested parties must submit their responses in writing by the designated deadline, emphasizing the necessity for clear evidence of capability. This document reflects a structured approach to procurement, ensuring that the OCC secures critical analytical resources for assessing creditworthiness in financial markets.
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