This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Trade Import/Export Trade Data Subscription. The intention is to establish a single, firm, fixed-price contract effective May 26, 2025, through May 25, 2026, with options for four additional one-year extensions. The primary contact for technical queries is yet to be determined, while Jared A. Tritle serves as the Contracting Officer, preferred to be contacted via email.
The RFQ outlines the scope of services, including a statement of work, schedules for supplies and services, and delivery instructions. It emphasizes compliance with various federal acquisition regulations and clauses, which are essential for executing the contract. Additionally, the document stipulates obligations concerning the handling of personally identifiable information (PII) and scrutiny over the involvement of entities tied to Kaspersky Lab and covered telecommunications. Compliance with clauses ensuring small business involvement, including those owned by disadvantaged groups, is also highlighted.
The RFQ acts as a formal solicitation for bids from qualified vendors, intending to provide crucial data services to enhance trade-related decision-making capabilities within the CBP, demonstrating the agency's commitment to leveraging data for effective customs management.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking a commercial trade data subscription service, detailed in the Request for Quote (RFQ) 70B06C25Q00000096. The primary objective is to access an online database providing comprehensive domestic and international trade shipment data, essential for trade enforcement. The Office of Trade emphasizes cooperation to ensure compliance with trade laws and enhance legitimate trade facilitation.
The required database should include specific details about engaged companies and their trade activities, with a focus on commodities, bills of lading, and other shipment-related information. The platform must allow for user-friendly data manipulation, including trend analysis, geographical queries, and data visualization tools. Unlimited access will be granted to cbp.dhs.gov email users, and training for end-users is mandatory to maximize system utilization.
The project underscores the importance of enhancing existing government analysis platforms to improve trade monitoring capabilities, thereby ensuring more efficient enforcement of trade regulations.