Intent to Sole Source--Meltwater
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFHEADQUARTERS PROCUREMENT SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20585, USA
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    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) intends to issue a sole source purchase order to Winvale Group/Meltwater for social media monitoring services essential to the Office of Fossil Energy's mission. This procurement aims to enhance the agency's ability to monitor traditional and social media, streamline reporting, and improve stakeholder engagement through effective communications solutions. The contract will cover a base year and four optional 12-month periods, running from February 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to submit a capability statement to Kelley Vandecoevering at kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov within 15 days of this notice, as no solicitation will be issued.

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