Web Portal Access for Economic Statistics, Industry Trend Analysis and Economic Projections
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), under the Department of Commerce, is issuing a Sources Sought notice for Web Portal Access for Economic Statistics, Industry Trend Analysis and Economic Projections. This is to support the NIST Research Library and Museum's need for current economic data for its 3,000 researchers. Responses are due by June 1, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
NIST's Research Library and Museum requires access to an online database providing current economic statistics, industry trend analysis, and economic projections. This resource will support NIST's strategic decision-making, funding justifications, research initiatives, impact quantification, and identification of industry needs and partners. The database must offer full-text searchable market reports or industry statistics, covering a wide array of sectors including Aerospace and Defense, AI, IoT, Bioscience, Health and Medical Technology, Energy, Cybersecurity, Semiconductors, Quantum Computing, and Manufacturing. Customized research and consulting services are excluded.
Key Requirements
- Database Content: Full-text searchable online database of current, regularly updated market reports or industry statistics.
- Industry Sectors: Must cover diverse sectors like Aerospace, AI, Bioscience, Energy, Cybersecurity, Semiconductors, Quantum Computing, and Manufacturing.
- Access: Institution-wide access or a minimum of 5 user licenses for librarians.
- Data Scope: Includes market data, specific technology data, US and global market data, and current/future economic projections.
- Report Details: Reports must specify authors, indicate expert authorship, describe projection methodologies, and list inclusions/exclusions.
- Functionality: Ability to download tables/figures, view usage statistics, and provide training/technical support.
- Hosting: Externally hosted database.
Submission Instructions
Responses should be submitted in Microsoft Word 365, Microsoft Excel 365, or .pdf format. Submissions must include company name, address, contact information, Unique Entity ID (if registered on SAM.gov), small/other than small business status, and any Federal Supply Schedule contracts. Respondents should identify any unduly restrictive aspects of the requirement and suggest improvements for small business participation. Email responses to Rene Edwards, Contract Specialist.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product/Service Code: DA10 - Support Services, Delivered As A Service Contract (SaaS Or Subscription) Involved With The Analysis, Design, Development, Code, Test And Release Packaging Services Associated With Application Development Projects, As Well As Off The Shelf Business Software.
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, by 11:00 am EST
- Published: May 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: Gaithersburg, MD 20899, United States
Important Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. No award will be made based on responses, and NIST will not be responsible for any costs incurred by respondents. Information received may be used for any purpose deemed necessary by NIST.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Rene D. Edwards
- Email: rene.edwards@nist.gov
- Phone: 3019756107