Polling Survey for U.S. Embassy Singapore
ID: 19SN1024Q0037Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY SINGAPOREWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (541910)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: MARKET RESEARCH/PUBLIC OPINION (R422)

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https://sam.gov/opp/61cdd1dfb6584307b6a688b05f4f2c5d/view
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    The U.S. Embassy in Singapore, under the Department of State, is seeking qualified vendors to conduct a polling survey as outlined in RFQ No. 19SN104Q0037. The procurement aims to gather public opinion data while ensuring that fieldwork timing avoids major holidays for accurate representation, and the selected vendor will receive previous datasets for comparative analysis. This polling initiative is crucial for understanding public sentiment and informing U.S. diplomatic efforts in the region. Interested parties can reach out to Liam E. Fitzgerald or Meena Palanisamy at SGProcurementRFQ@state.gov for further inquiries regarding the opportunity.

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    Liam E. Fitzgerald
    SGProcurementRFQ@state.gov
    Meena Palanisamy
    SGProcurementRFQ@state.gov
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    Question and Answers for RFQ No 19SN1024Q0037.pdf
    The document outlines the Q&A for RFQ No. 19SN1024Q0037, focusing on the operational requirements and considerations for a polling project in Singapore. Key challenges identified include the timing of fieldwork, which must avoid major holidays to ensure accurate population representation. In response to inquiries, it confirms that previous datasets will be provided to the selected vendor to facilitate year-over-year comparisons in the analytical report. While there was a request for flexibility to conduct remote briefings for cost efficiency, the requirement for in-person briefings will remain as stated in the solicitation. Additionally, the number of focus group discussions expected per lot is not specified; instead, the solicitation seeks recommendations from vendors on their necessity to support polling findings. This document serves to clarify expectations and operational guidelines in the context of government contracting for polling and analytical services, ensuring stakeholders are aligned on project requirements and constraints.
    RFQ 19SN1024Q0037 - RFQ for Polling Survey.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Singapore issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a public opinion survey regarding COVID-19, economic, security, and social issues, targeting a nationally representative sample of 1,000 adult Singaporean citizens or residents. The RFQ (No. 19SN1024Q0037) outlines the project's scope, which includes the design, implementation, and analysis of surveys, potentially complemented by qualitative research via focus groups. It stipulates responsibilities for the contractor, such as sample design, questionnaire management, data collection, and reporting deliverables in specified formats. Key contractual details include price structures (with considerations for U.S. and foreign firms), payment terms within 30 days post-invoice submission, and confidentiality obligations for survey results. The period of performance extends from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2025, with a completion deadline for deliverables between August 15 and ten business days following validation of the survey results. Additionally, bidders must provide evidence of their qualifications, experience, and capability to fulfill the contract requirements. This RFQ exemplifies the government's effort to gauge public sentiment as a part of broader analyses in governance and policy-making.
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