Intent to Sole Source: Implan Software Subscription
ID: 12FPC225ImplanType: Special Notice
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Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTERFPAC BUS CNTR-ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0dc87a3ea9ee4f7eb2b9fa2c2956bd24/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) intends to award a sole source contract to IMPLAN GROUP LLC for the acquisition of an updated Input-Output Modeling System (IOMS) and Impact Analysis for Planning (IMPLAN) software. This software is critical for providing comprehensive economic data and analysis, which supports the USDA's mission to enhance the sustainability and productivity of U.S. agriculture. IMPLAN has been established as the sole product capable of meeting these specific needs, having been developed over 50 years and utilized by multiple USDA agencies. Interested parties may submit evidence demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the government, with responses due by 12:00 PM (EST) on April 28, 2025. For inquiries, contact Joel Miro-Marquez at joel.miro-marquez@usda.gov or Juan Rodriguez at Juan.Rodriguez9@usda.gov. The estimated acquisition cost for this contract is $135,061 for a one-year period of performance from May 2025 to May 2026.

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    Joel M Miro-Marquez
    joel.miro-marquez@usda.gov
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    P06- Sole Source 13.5 Less SAT (Redacted).pdf
    The document outlines a Limited Source/Brand Name Justification by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for acquiring the IMPLAN Input-Output Modeling System (IOMS) software. This software, essential for economic data analysis, supports various USDA agencies in assessing the economic impacts of their programs. IMPLAN is identified as the sole source provider due to its unique capabilities developed over decades, following the Rural Development Act of 1972, which mandates enhancement of economic modeling within the USDA. Comprehensive market research conducted confirmed IMPLAN as the only suitable option, reinforcing its exclusive role in the USDA's economic analyses. The estimated cost for the acquisition is $135,061 for a one-year period beginning May 10, 2025. The justification is signed by Dr. Bruce McWilliams, affirming its accuracy and adherence to federal regulations. This document serves to formally validate the decision to limit competition and secure the necessary software critical for fulfilling the USDA's mission regarding sustainable agricultural practices.
    P06- Sole Source 13.5 Less SAT Redacted.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is justifying a limited source acquisition for the updated version of the Input-Output Modeling System (IOMS) through IMPLAN software. This software is essential for providing comprehensive economic data and analysis to support various USDA agencies, ensuring accurate assessments of economic impacts related to agricultural programs. IMPLAN has been established as the sole product capable of meeting these needs, following over 50 years of development, and is utilized by multiple USDA agencies. The justification cites a peer review that confirmed IMPLAN as the only solution, and it reiterates the sole sourcing from IMPLAN Group LLC, as they retain exclusive rights to the software and databases. Market research conducted in March 2025 reaffirmed IMPLAN's status as a unique product, with an estimated acquisition cost of $135,061 for a one-year period of performance, from May 2025 to May 2026. The document concludes with certifications affirming the accuracy of the justification and the necessity for limiting competition.
    S03_Implan_NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE_V1.docx
    The USDA's Farm Production and Conservation Business Center (FPAC-BC) intends to award a sole source contract to IMPLAN GROUP LLC for the acquisition of an updated Input-Output Modeling System (IOMS) and Impact Analysis for Planning (IMPLAN) software. This software is vital for providing comprehensive economic data and analysis, supporting the agency's mission to enhance the sustainability and productivity of U.S. agriculture. The notice emphasizes that interested parties may respond with evidence demonstrating that competition would benefit the government, although this synopsis is not a formal request for bids. Responses must outline technical capabilities and pricing, with no contracts awarded based solely on such responses. Queries can be directed to specified USDA contacts by the deadline of April 28, 2025. This document serves to inform and solicit potential competition while clarifying that the government is focused on a specific supplier for specialized software needs.
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