Construction Cost Estimation Tool Software Subscription (RSMeans or equal)
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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 Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is soliciting proposals for a Construction Cost Estimation Tool Software Subscription (RSMeans or equivalent) that directly integrates with IBM TRIRIGA. This subscription will provide current, validated pricing data for facilities and construction nationwide to support cost projections and real property management. The proposal due date is March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a cost estimation software/dataset capable of direct integration with the FDIC's IBM TRIRIGA application. Key deliverables include:
- Data Content: Facility Construction Cost Data, Facility Maintenance and Repair (FMR) data, Full Assemblies Data, Supplemental Information (e.g., City Cost Index, Historical Cost Index), Predictive Cost Data, and at least three years of historical data. Labor data must align with Department of Labor standards (e.g., Davis Bacon).
- Data Structure: Omniclass is preferred, with Uniformat as an alternative.
- Data Currency & Delivery: Data must be updated at least quarterly and delivered via direct integration with IBM TRIRIGA through quarterly API uploads. The previous option for manual file uploads has been removed.
- API Requirements: APIs must use RESTful architecture, JSON format, be secured with SSL/TLS, and employ industry-standard authentication (e.g., OAuth 2.0, JWT, API Key). They must support data retrieval operations including filtering, sorting, and pagination.
- User Support: The solution must support at least 20 concurrent users within TRIRIGA.
- Training & Support: The contractor must provide up to two training events and ongoing support, including troubleshooting data updates and integration with TRIRIGA.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).
- Period of Performance: The initial period begins March 2, 2026, and runs through March 8, 2027, with four available option periods extending through March 8, 2031.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is not a Small-Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 513210, Software Publishers, with a size standard of $47M.
- Product Service Code: DA10.
- Evaluation: Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical Capability and Price are considered equal in importance. Technical evaluation will assess software functionality, ease of use, alignment with business processes, flexibility, scalability, and vendor responsiveness during an oral presentation and software demonstration.
Submission Requirements
Proposals are due by March 2, 2026, via email to Nia Holloway (nholloway@fdic.gov). The email subject line must be "CORHQ-25-Q-0321 Construction Cost Estimation Tool Software Subscription". A complete proposal consists of four volumes:
- Volume 1: Technical Proposal, including Oral Presentation and Demonstration Files.
- Volume 2: Pricing, including a signed FDIC 3700/55 Solicitation (acknowledging all amendments) and the B-1 Pricing Template.
- Volume 3: Terms & Conditions, including the contractor's T&Cs and a signed Attachment J-1 FDIC Rider March 2025.
- Volume 4: Additional Information, including Section K (Representations & Certifications), Section L (Post-Government Employment Certifications), and any exceptions to FDIC T&Cs. Each volume requires a cover page with offeror details, the solicitation number, and volume information. An oral presentation is a mandatory part of the evaluation.
Important Notes
The FDIC is not subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Bidders must review the "J-1 FDIC Rider March 2025" document, which amends the Commercial Supplier Agreement to comply with Federal law and FDIC requirements, affecting various contractual provisions.