Media Intelligence/Public Relations Web-Based Software/System
ID: 030ADV25Q0017Type: Solicitation
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LIBRARY OF CONGRESSLIBRARY OF CONGRESSCONTRACTS SERVICESWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Public Relations Agencies (541820)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: PUBLIC RELATIONS (R708)
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    The Library of Congress is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Media Intelligence/Public Relations Web-Based Software/System to enhance its Office of Communications' capabilities. This system will facilitate media research, monitoring, and evaluation of media impressions, which are critical for assessing the Library's annual program performance. The contract will be structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement for a base year with four optional extensions, requiring compliance with information security standards and the provision of various functionalities, including a robust media database and customizable reporting tools. Interested contractors should contact Olexiy Levchuk at olevchuk@loc.gov or Brian D. Curl at bcurl@loc.gov for further details, with the performance period commencing in January 2025.

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    The Library of Congress issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a comprehensive Media Intelligence/Public Relations Web-Based Software/System. This acquisition aims to enhance the Office of Communications' (OC) ability to conduct media research, monitor media coverage, and assess media impressions necessary for performance evaluations. The contract will be structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement covering a base year with four optional extensions, with each year requiring the contractor to provide an array of specified functionalities, including a robust media database, monitoring capabilities across various platforms, and analytical tools with customizable reporting formats. Additionally, the software/system must facilitate press release distribution, media tracking analytics, and allow for unlimited user access. The RFP outlines strict requirements for information security compliance and contractor responsibilities, including maintaining Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Instructions for proposal submissions and evaluation criteria are detailed with an emphasis on adherence to federal contracting regulations. The performance period begins in January 2025 and includes provisions for annual updates as part of the subscription agreement. Overall, the RFP aims to ensure the Library can effectively manage its communications and media strategy while maintaining strict privacy and security standards.
    The document is a "Past Performance Questionnaire" designed to evaluate a contractor's suitability to provide services for the Library of Congress through a proposal for a Media Intelligence/Public Relations Web-Based Software/System. It emphasizes the importance of past performance in the selection process and requests feedback from previous or current customers. The questionnaire outlines performance assessment criteria, including ratings from "Outstanding" to "Unsatisfactory," with definitions for each level. It includes specific questions regarding contract management, product quality, project timelines, and personnel competence, requiring narrative explanations for any lower ratings. The document concludes with information fields for the contractor's details and emphasizes the need for prompt completion and submission by a specified deadline. The assessment serves to guide the Library's decision-making process on the contractor’s past performance, ultimately impacting contract award decisions.
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