Public Opinion Research Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, under the Department of State, has issued a Presolicitation for Public Opinion Research Services. This opportunity seeks a specialized firm to conduct a survey of Canadian audiences and facilitate an online engagement community to enhance the U.S. Government's understanding of Canadian perspectives. Interested parties must email ContractsOttawa@state.gov to receive the solicitation documents. Offers are due prior to July 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected firm will be responsible for:
- Conducting a comprehensive survey of Canadian audiences.
- Facilitating an online engagement community. These services aim to provide valuable insights into Canadian perspectives for the U.S. Government.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Solicitation documents available upon request)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: Anticipated one year
- Set-Aside: Not specified
- Response Due: Prior to July 17, 2026
- Published: June 15, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
To receive the solicitation documents, interested parties must email ContractsOttawa@state.gov. Offers must be submitted electronically using Standard Form SF-18 (Request for Quotation). The Government intends to award a contract based on initial offers without further discussions.
Additional Notes
- Point of Contact: U.S. Embassy Contracting Officer (ContractsOttawa@state.gov)
- Place of Performance: U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, ON, Canada