SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- Open for Business Support Services
- Notice Date
- 5/30/2014
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541512
— Computer Systems Design Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of Commerce, U. S. Census Bureau, Suitland, Acquisition Division, Room 3J438, Washington, District of Columbia, 20233
- ZIP Code
- 20233
- Solicitation Number
- ECON-14-071
- Archive Date
- 6/20/2014
- Point of Contact
- Matthew Gore, , Paul Boesch, Fax: 301-763-4624
- E-Mail Address
-
Matthew.S.Gore@census.gov, paul.w.boesch@census.gov
(Matthew.S.Gore@census.gov, paul.w.boesch@census.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: The Census Bureau is conducting market research to identify available sources for the proposed services below: DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: U.S. Commerce Secretary has outlined a bold new policy agenda focused on U.S. trade and investment, innovation, and data. These core areas reflect the Department of Commerce's role as the voice of business, and embody the attributes of a globally competitive economy. They also signal that the United States and the U.S. Department of Commerce are indeed, "open for business," and focused on economic growth and job creation. To facilitate the Census Bureau's contributions towards the Department of Commerce Secretary's "Open for Business" Agenda and other Census activities, the Economic Programming Directorate has a need for Contractor services to implement new solutions allow new businesses and entrepreneurs to access selected demographic and economic data from the Census Bureau. These data would then be used to help them formulate their business plans and loan applications, and would include the most recent and/or relevant data that Census could provide. The contractor must be fully up to date on all Census Bureau's data standards. The Contractor should have past experience in completing Census Data Stewardship, Title 13 and Title 26 trainings. The contractor must have working experience with Census Bureau indicator Press releases and outreach efforts. The Contractor must have knowledge of the Census Bureau's "Open for Business" tool. Required tasks may include: Task 1 The contractor will support the continued development and refinement of the "Open for Business" Tool requirements, defining the desired functionality of the tool, and how would be employed by the expected users. Task 2 The contractor will use their experience in Census Data Security policies and procedures, public relations, marketing, and communications to provide guidance and hands-on support of and the Census Bureau's business outreach efforts supporting the Commerce Department's Open for Business Initiative. This includes but is not limited to • Develop promotional materials. • Attend meetings and conferences. • Develop and advise on public relations strategies. • Develop and advise on government outreach strategies HOW TO RESPOND Interested individuals must submit their capabilities statements via electronic submission at Matthew.S.Gore@census.gov. The submission is limited to ten (10) pages (page size: 8.5x11") or less. Include the company name, address, business size and DUNS number, as well as a contact person and their email address and telephone number on the introduction/cover page. No information will be accepted by telephone or mail. Any questions regarding this request may be directed to the provided e-mail address. DISCLAIMER This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. In accordance with FAR 15.201 (e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. Responses to this RFI will not be returned. Respondents will not be notified of the result of the review.
- Web Link
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FBO.gov Permalink
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/DOC/CB/13040001/ECON-14-071/listing.html)
- Place of Performance
- Address: 4600 Silver Hill Road, Suitland, Maryland, 20746, United States
- Zip Code: 20746
- Zip Code: 20746
- Record
- SN03381133-W 20140601/140531021811-3ce9ef417d394a3cd9008c01159cbabe (fbodaily.com)
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