REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) - Global Macroeconomic Model Software and Macroeconomic Historical and Forecast Data, and Written Analysis
ID: 2031JW26N00003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEOFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER OF THE CURRENCYCOMPTROLLER OF CURRENCY ACQSWASHINGTON, DC, 20219, USA

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/76f68fbccc6b4e51b831cc34feb58dd0/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, is seeking information from qualified firms capable of providing global macroeconomic model software, macroeconomic historical and forecast data, and written analysis. The procurement includes two Statements of Work (SOWs): SOW #1 requires software that allows for the simulation of global economic shocks and access to frequently updated data for G-20 countries, while SOW #2 focuses on historical and forecast data for the U.S. economy, including state and Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) levels. This RFI is crucial for the OCC to refine its acquisition planning and gauge market interest, with responses due by mid-2026. Interested parties should submit capability statements and pricing estimates to Sean Frey at sean.frey@occ.treas.gov by the specified deadlines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sean Frey
    (202) 934-2855
    sean.frey@occ.treas.gov
    Files
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    OCC_RFI_Macro_Model_and_Data_2031JW26N00003.pdf
    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather information from firms capable of providing macroeconomic data, model software, and written analysis. This RFI, for market research purposes, includes two Statements of Work (SOWs). SOW #1 focuses on global macroeconomic model software, requiring eight transferable user licenses. The software must allow staff to simulate global economic and financial market shocks, access and download data, and receive training and technical support. It needs to cover G-20 countries and key macroeconomic sectors, with consistent, frequently updated data and forecasts for at least four years. SOW #2 requests macroeconomic historical and forecast data, and written analysis for the U.S. economy, including state and Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) levels. This includes historical data, quarterly forecasts with at least five alternative scenarios, and weekly national-level reports, along with tri-annual state and local reports. Vendors should provide capability statements, pricing estimates, and technical information, identifying which SOW(s) they address.
    Response to Questions RFI 2031JW26N00003.pdf
    RFI 2031JW26N00003 - Amendment 001 addresses vendor questions regarding an RFI for federal government services. Key clarifications include that each Statement of Work will have 8 unique users, with no overlap between user groups for the two services mentioned. The OCC does not disclose estimated budget ranges, encouraging vendors to provide accurate and reasonable pricing. Decisions on demonstrations, trial access, or additional data samples will be made after the RFI submission period. The response format has a 15-page limit for core content, with no page limit for appendices, though their review is not guaranteed. The OCC anticipates completing its review and decision-making process by mid-2026, with subsequent steps dependent on the quality of responses received.
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