The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Internet Protocol (IP) Royalty Database Subscription to support its Large Business and International (LB&I) division's mission of auditing IP transactions and service arrangements. The contract, which is a firm fixed price, will span five years, starting from September 28, 2024, with four optional renewal years, concluding in 2029. The ultimate goal is to procure a comprehensive database capable of providing historical data, analytical tools, and a user-friendly search interface for IRS personnel.
Key requirements include a database with extensive coverage of IP transactions dating from 2000 onward, detailed transaction summaries, comprehensive analytical capabilities for transfer pricing analysis, and unlimited access without download caps. Vendor support, including timely analyst assistance and training for IRS employees, is essential. Offers must comply with the stated guidelines, including authorized reseller status and specific provisions in the solicitation. Invoices will be processed through the IRS’s Invoice Processing Platform, and strict adherence to FAR provisions is required. This solicitation aims to enhance IRS capabilities in tax-related transactions and support efficient compliance evaluation.
This document outlines an amendment to a solicitation for contracting, mandating that contractors acknowledge receipt of the amendment prior to a specified deadline to prevent rejection of their offers. Notable points include instructions for acknowledging receipt and options for amending previously submitted offers. The amendment allows contractors to provide demonstrations, which must be scheduled with a designated contact by a specific date. The deadline for submitting requests for quotations (RFQ) has been extended to September 16, 2024. The document details the pertinent contract ID, effective date, and contact information for procurement officials. Overall, the amendment serves to clarify submission protocols while enhancing participation through demonstration opportunities, ensuring compliance and timely communication in the solicitation process.
This document serves as Amendment 0001 to Solicitation RFQ 5000190389, which necessitates acknowledging receipt of the amendment by potential contractors prior to the specified deadline to avoid rejection of their offers. The amendment updates the Product Service Code (PSC) to B507, categorizing it under Special Studies/Analysis-Economic and clarifies the abbreviation "IP" as Intellectual Property. Additionally, it replaces page 3 of the original RFQ with an attached Line-Item Table detailing various subscription periods for an Intellectual Property Royalty Subscription Database, including the Base Year and Option Years, each lasting 12 months. Each item specifies the periods of performance and quantities required. Although a signature from the contractor is not required, acknowledgment and adherence to the amendment terms are critical for compliance with federal solicitation processes. The purpose of this document aligns with standard practices in federal contracting and procurement processes.