Notice of Intent to Sole Source - IBISWorld, Inc

NOTICE TYPE: SPECIAL NOTICE NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE – IBIS WORLD, INC. NAICS Code 519120 – Internet Publishing and Broadcasting and Web Search Portals PSC DA10 – IT and Telecom The U. S. International Trade Commission anticipates award of a Purchase Order on a sole source basis to IBIS WORLD, INC. - 1251-55 Electric Ave, Venice, California 90291, United States, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This requirement is an annual renewal of IBIS World Inc, which will provide up-to-date investigation, technical assistance, and research activities to members of the Office of Research Analysis. Due to the specialized nature of the data, the unique structure of the database, and the necessity for consistent methodology across Commission analyzes, only one vendor can meet the agency’s requirements for data accuracy, depth, historical consistency, and analytical functionality. There is only one IBIS World Inc, hence limited competition. The performance period is one year: December 1, 2025 through November 31, 2026. This announcement is not a request for competitive quotations. A solicitation will not be available for this requirement. The intent of this announcement is for informational purposes only. However, any information received within five days after the posting date of this notice will be considered by the Government. Information may be sent to Alisha Hunt Contracting Officer, at [email protected]. A determination by the Government not to compete this action is solely within the discretion of the Government. Telephonic questions or requests are strongly discouraged.