News Clippings & Media Analysis Service
ID: 05GA0A24Q0048Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICEGAO, EXCEPT COMPTROLLER GENERALUS GAO ACQUISITION MANAGEMENTWASHINGTON, DC, 20548, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: MARKET RESEARCH/PUBLIC OPINION (R422)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b31b5a1d16d04ebabef26080e89debe2/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) is seeking proposals for a News Clippings & Media Analysis Service to provide daily digital reports summarizing media mentions of the GAO. The service will deliver curated news articles from various sources, including print, broadcast, and online media, to approximately 200 internal staff members by 7:30 AM on business days, with a maximum of 35 items per report. This initiative is crucial for ensuring effective communication of the GAO's activities and maintaining transparency in its operations. Interested vendors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their proposals in accordance with the outlined requirements, with the contract comprising a base year plus four option years. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Traenesha L. Jones at Jonest3@gao.gov or Renee McElrath at mcelrathr@gao.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Traenesha L. Jones
    Jonest3@gao.gov
    Renee McElrath
    (202) 512-2767
    mcelrathr@gao.gov
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    RFQ 05GA0A24Q0048- News Clipping Service.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) seeking proposals for a News Clipping Service. The service aims to provide daily digital reports summarizing media mentions of GAO, ensuring relevant and accurate information is disseminated to about 200 internal staff members by 7:30 AM on business days. The RFQ outlines the project's requirements, including the daily curation of news articles from various sources across print, broadcast, and online media, with a maximum of 35 items per report. Key instructions highlight the need for a quality assurance plan, daily human reviews of content, and a comprehensive coverage analysis. Proposals will be evaluated based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method, requiring bidders to demonstrate compliance with the specified technical, quality, and support criteria. The RFQ also emphasizes the importance of vendor registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) for eligibility. This solicitation reflects the GAO's commitment to transparency and efficient communication of its activities in the public domain, aligning with federal procurement rules.
    RFQ Amendment 0001- 05GA0A24Q0048- News Clipping Service.pdf
    The document details Amendment 0001 for solicitation 05GA0A24Q0048 issued by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), which pertains to a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for an Electronic Access to News Clippings and Media Analysis service. The amendment extends the timeline for vendor submissions and outlines specific revisions to the instructions and evaluation criteria for the proposal. It emphasizes the requirement for vendors to provide daily news clipping reports that capture mentions of the GAO from various media sources, adhering to strict formatting and content guidelines. The submission must include a comprehensive quality assurance plan and detail the methodology for media analysis and technical support. The contract consists of a base year plus four option years, with the evaluation based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method. This approach prioritizes delivering essential media insights to support the GAO’s public affairs efforts.
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