Motor Fuel Price Data Subscription
ID: OAA-25-00265Type: Sources Sought
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LABOR, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENTDEPARTMENT OF LABOR (OASAM)WASHINGTON, DC, 20210, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/1867f166174642f79f3f0a7a97d8a847/view
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    Description

    The Department of Labor is seeking subscription services for daily motor fuel price data to support the Consumer Price Index (CPI) analysis. The procurement aims to acquire comprehensive datasets that include gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels, with specific requirements for unique station identifiers, daily average prices, fuel types, and geographic details. This data is crucial for the Bureau of Labor Statistics to ensure accuracy and relevance in constructing economic indexes. Interested vendors should provide insights on their capabilities and past performance by April 22, 2025, and can contact Daniel Garza at garza.daniel@dol.gov or Rachael Vargas at vargas.rachael.n@dol.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Daniel Garza
    (469) 522-2763
    garza.daniel@dol.gov
    Rachael Vargas
    vargas.rachael.n@dol.gov
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    RFI_FY25_Motor Fuel Price Data.docx
    The Department of Labor's Request for Information (RFI) seeks potential subscription services to acquire daily motor fuel price data for use in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This RFI serves to gather insights on capabilities for accessing comprehensive datasets encompassing gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels across the U.S. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is particularly interested in ensuring that the data collected is accurate and relevant for analysis in constructing economic indexes. The scope includes requirements for unique station identifiers, daily average prices, fuel types, and geographic details. Responding companies are requested to provide information on their capabilities, past performance, and any limitations related to data access and technical support. Emphasis is placed on providing expert input regarding the described data elements. The DOL clarifies that this RFI is not a solicitation for proposals and that responses may guide future procurement strategies, which could involve small business set-asides or open competition. Responses are due by April 22, 2025, highlighting the importance of timely and accurate contributions for potential contractual considerations.
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