Intent to Sole Source Notice for Tax Research Services
ID: 2023H2-26-Q-00012Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

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Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: INFORMATION RETRIEVAL (R612)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ec54387c5b9d4b90ae10fc573798b942/view
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    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), intends to award a sole source contract for Tax Research Services to Bloomberg Industry Group. This procurement aims to provide standardized electronic research services to IRS employees nationwide, facilitating comprehensive analysis of tax returns during audits, collections, and assistance processes. The services are crucial for enhancing case quality and ensuring fair application of tax laws, with users including various IRS personnel such as Taxpayer Resolution Representatives and Revenue Agents. Interested parties may express their interest and capability by December 22, 2025, by contacting Philip Ward at Philip.J.Ward3@irs.gov, as no solicitation package will be issued for this opportunity.

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    Philip Ward
    Philip.J.Ward3@irs.gov
    Andres Cepeda
    andres.cepeda@irs.gov
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