7A--Drilling Data Subscription for OTS DEMD
ID: 140A1625Q0005Type: Solicitation
AwardedJun 26, 2025
$1.6M$1,600,578
AwardeeIHS GLOBAL INC 15 INVERNESS WAY E Englewood CO 80112 USA
Award #:140A1625C0005
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSCENTRAL OFFICERESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), is seeking proposals for a Drilling Data Subscription service to support the Office of Trust Services (OTS) and its Division of Energy and Mineral Development (DEMD). This contract aims to provide comprehensive well drilling information, including real-time rig updates, well locations, production data, and permitting details, all accessible through a user-friendly web platform. The service is crucial for aiding Tribes and Tribal entities in leveraging energy and mineral resources for economic development, aligning with federal mandates under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and the Indian Mineral Development Act of 1982. The contract is set for a base period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with options extending through February 28, 2030. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by April 7, 2025, and can contact Michael Furey at michael.furey@bia.gov for further information.

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    The Statement of Work outlines a contract for a subscription service providing well drilling information to the Bureau of Indian Affairs – Office of Trust Services (BIA-OTS), specifically through the Division of Energy and Mineral Development (DEMD). This contract spans a base year and four option years, focusing on aiding Tribes and Tribal entities in utilizing energy and mineral resources for economic development. The subscription must deliver comprehensive data related to drilling rig activities, well locations, production information, and permitting, all presented through a user-friendly web platform with unlimited access. Key deliverables include real-time rig updates, mineral appraisal data, production reports, well logs, and analytical tools for data interpretation. The platform will also support users by providing detailed drilling data nationwide, thereby facilitating energy development on Indian land. The contract’s execution period is set from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030. This work aligns with federal mandates under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and the Indian Mineral Development Act of 1982, demonstrating the government's commitment to empowering tribes through economic initiatives related to mineral resources.
    The document pertains to an amendment of a government solicitation identified by number 140A1625Q0005, indicating that the opportunity is exclusively set aside for small businesses. It provides essential details regarding the acknowledgment of the amendment by contractors, which must occur before the specified deadline to avoid rejection of their offers. It outlines the processes for submitting changes to previously submitted offers. Additionally, the document specifies the period of performance for the associated contract from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. Other administrative modifications, including corrections to contract details, do not alter the remaining terms and conditions of the solicitation. The document aims to ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and facilitate the participation of small businesses in securing government contracts. Overall, it reflects the commitment to enhancing opportunities for small businesses through structured and regulated procurement processes.
    The document is an amendment to a federal solicitation (140A1625Q0005) related to the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) contracting process. It outlines important requirements for contractors regarding the acknowledgment of the amendment, which must be received by the designated location before the specified deadline to avoid rejection of offers. The amendment modifies an existing solicitation by attaching the Statement of Work and specifies the period of performance from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. It also establishes that contractors may modify existing submissions via letter or electronic communication, provided they include the appropriate solicitation and amendment references. All unchanged terms and conditions remain in effect despite this modification. This amendment emphasizes compliance with procedural requirements and the importance of timely communication in government contracting, reflecting common practices in federal RFP processes.
    This document is an amendment to solicitation number 140A1625Q0005, issued by the federal government, which modifies the original contract terms. Its primary purpose is to change the set-aside status in section 1.3 of the base solicitation to unrestricted and to extend the quote due date to April 7, 2025. The period of performance for the contract is specified as March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. The amendment outlines the necessary procedures for bidders to acknowledge receipt of this amendment—either by acknowledging on submitted copies, via a separate letter or electronic communication before the deadline, or submitting changes to previously submitted offers within the specified timeframe. Moreover, all terms and conditions stated in the original solicitation remain in effect except for the modifications listed. Signed by the Contracting Officer, Jeffrey Pearson, this document reflects the administrative changes necessary for the solicitation process, ensuring compliance with government regulations and procedures.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Drilling Data Subscription for the Office of Trust Services within the Department of the Interior. It includes critical specifications, terms, and conditions related to the acquisition. The RFP emphasizes an anticipated performance period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with potential option years extending through 2030. The solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses, and the relevant NAICS code is 518210, with a size standard of $40 million. The acquisition type is a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order, and submission of quotes is required by a specified deadline. Invoices for payments must be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The document also describes the evaluation criteria, where offers will be assessed based on lowest priced technically acceptable bids. It incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Departmental clauses that govern compliance, contracting procedures, and ethical standards, including provisions related to telecommunications services and business ethics. This document is critical for guiding potential contractors on the requirements and obligations associated with submitting bids for government contracts related to drilling data subscriptions.
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