COMMERICIAL SUBSCRIPTION DATABASE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify commercial subscription database solutions for its Central Withholding Agreement (CWA) program. This requirement supports compliance analysis for nonresident alien (NRA) artists and athletes performing in the United States. The IRS seeks a solution equivalent in capability to Pollstar. Responses are due June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The IRS requires a commercially available, web-based entertainment industry subscription database. Key capabilities include:
- Performance Data: Searchable historical (since 2015) and upcoming performance/tour data.
- Box Office Reporting: Customizable reports on ticket sales, revenue, and attendance.
- Industry Directory: Searchable directory of booking agents, promoters, venues, and contacts.
- Industry News: Regularly updated online news on touring activity.
- Trend Analysis: Tools to identify performance and touring trends.
- Data Export: Ability to export reports and datasets in standard Microsoft Office formats.
- Integrated Platform: Unified access to all data, reporting, and tools with full commercial features.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Duration: Base year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) + four (4) option years, extending through June 30, 2031.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET.
- Published: June 8, 2026.
Requirements & Performance Standards
The solution must meet commercial standards, including:
- Data updated at commercial frequency.
- Minimum 99% system uptime.
- Data queries and report generation within five (5) seconds.
- Consistent formatting for exported Microsoft Office reports.
- 24/7 accessibility, compatible with current Microsoft Windows and Office 365.
- Section 508 compliance.
- Support for non-technical Government personnel and help desk services. Offerors proposing alternatives to Pollstar must demonstrate substantial equivalency, and system functionality demonstrations may be required. Secure, web-based access with username/password authentication, commercial user support, and training services are mandatory. Invoices must be submitted annually in advance via IPP.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Joyce Derry at joyce.d.derry@irs.gov or 904-661-3544.