Notice of Intent to Sole Source to CAPITAL ECONOMICS (N.A.) LIMITED
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 Department of Energy (DOE), Energy Information Administration (EIA), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source to CAPITAL ECONOMICS (N.A.) LIMITED for energy outlook reports. This notice seeks to identify other sources capable of providing Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), Annual Energy Outlook (AEO), and International Energy Outlook (IEO). Responses are due by February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to procure critical energy outlook reports:
- Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO)
- Annual Energy Outlook (AEO)
- International Energy Outlook (IEO)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Sole Source (intended)
- Duration: One (1) year base period with four (4) optional one-year periods
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 7:30 PM EST
- Published: January 30, 2026
Evaluation
This notice of intent is for information purposes only. Interested and eligible sources must respond in writing with strong and convincing evidence demonstrating their ability to satisfy the requirement. A request for documentation will not be considered an affirmative response. If no comparable capabilities are demonstrated within the fifteen (15) calendar days after publication, a sole source award will be made to Capital Economics (N.A.) Limited.
Additional Notes
Responses must be sent to Hind.Kanine@hq.doe.gov. The subject line should include "Notice of Intent to Sole Source to CAPITAL ECONOMICS (N.A.) LIMITED".