Sources Sought – Fixed Income Securities Data
ID: 50310225Q0059Type: Sources Sought
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20549, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/a859f18d8eae4c61be7dba1ad1ba6775/view
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    The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is conducting a Sources Sought announcement to identify potential contractors capable of providing a comprehensive historical fixed-income securities database. The SEC requires a web-accessible platform that offers detailed data on corporate issuers, including issuer characteristics, issue-specific information, and post-issuance data spanning at least 15 years. This initiative is crucial for enhancing oversight and transparency in fixed-income securities transactions, particularly for insurance companies. Interested parties must submit their responses, including a summary cover letter, product description, and price estimate, to Pleshette Brown via email by 12:00 PM ET on May 19, 2025. For inquiries, contact Pleshette Brown at brownpl@sec.gov by 12:00 PM ET on May 12, 2025.

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    50310225Q0059 - Attachment 1 - Draft SOW.pdf
    The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking a contractor to provide a comprehensive historical fixed-income securities database. The required data, which should be accessible via a web platform, must span at least 15 years and include detailed issuer and issue characteristics, as well as post-issuance information related to bonds. Key components include issuer details (like names, industry codes, and relationships), issue-specific information (including schedules and credit ratings), and post-issuance data (covering acquisitions, sales, and defaults). The contractor is mandated to supply thorough documentation elucidating all data elements, including their names, types, values, and table structures. Additionally, a cohesive data model highlighting relationships among tables and data dependencies must be provided. The SEC emphasizes the significance of accurately documenting data sources, storage locations, and any constraints associated with the data. This request underscores the SEC's commitment to data integrity and transparency, ensuring comprehensive oversight of fixed-income securities transactions by insurance companies.
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