NOTICE OF INTENT - SOLE SOURCE - 86614625Q00001 CyberFEDS Subscription
ID: 86614625Q00001Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OFHOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OFCPO : CPO; ACFO; SFCOD; FT WORTH OPFORT WORTH, TX, 76102, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: LEGAL (R418)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d87604ca7bcd402eb819fe0a55c9a20e/view
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    The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) intends to award a sole-source contract to LRP Publications, Inc. for CyberFEDS subscription services, which will provide essential legal information and analysis regarding personnel laws and related decisions for HUD's Office of General Counsel. The contract aims to deliver online access to a comprehensive database that includes materials from various federal agencies, ensuring that users have the necessary tools for effective research in federal human resources and employment law. This service is critical for maintaining compliance with federal regulations and supporting legal decision-making within the agency. Interested firms must respond by May 6, 2025, demonstrating their capability to provide equivalent services, and can direct inquiries to Lorenzo B. Evans or Cathy Baker at CPOFTW@hud.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lorenzo B. Evans
    CPOFTW@hud.gov
    Cathy Baker
    CPOFTW@hud.gov
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    NOI - 86614625Q00001 CyberFEDs - 04-22-25.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) intends to award a sole-source contract to LRP Publications, Inc. for the CyberFEDS database subscription services. This service will provide HUD’s Office of General Counsel with essential legal information and analysis regarding personnel laws and related decisions, drawing content from multiple federal agencies. The contract spans a base year of 12 months with four additional option years. The market research identified LRP Publications as the only provider meeting specific requirements, such as customized searching capabilities, access to vital legal decisions, user support, and extensive training resources. The database will accommodate 96 users and include tools to assist with federal human resources and employment law research. This notice is not a solicitation for proposals but an announcement of intent. Firms must respond by May 6, 2025, demonstrating the capability to provide equivalent services. The Government retains discretion over whether to pursue competitive procurement based on responses received. This process highlights HUD's strategy to ensure access to crucial legal resources while maintaining compliance with federal procurement regulations.
    NOI - CyberFEDS - Response Spreadsheet - 4-22-25.xlsx
    The NOI 86614625Q00001 outlines a request for proposals (RFP) aimed at procuring CyberFEDS Subscription Services for the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Office of General Counsel. The contract’s objective is to provide online access to a comprehensive database of personnel law-related cases, news, and legislations, integrating materials from essential federal agencies such as OPM, EEOC, and MSPB. Key requirements include an online database offering broad access to publications, customized searching capabilities, and quick access to critical legal decisions. Additional necessities involve training and technical support, a responsive contact service, and access for 96 users. Respondents must submit an excel spreadsheet detailing how their offerings meet the outlined requirements. This document reflects the federal government’s commitment to ensuring legal access and training resources align with personnel law and employment practices within federal agencies.
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