R--NOTICE OF INTENT - LNRS Data Services, Inc.
Overview
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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. Department of Energy (DOE), on behalf of the Energy Information Administration (EIA), has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source purchase order to LNRS Data Services, Inc. for Independent Commodity Intelligence Services (ICIS) data services. This acquisition supports EIA Programs by providing proprietary supply and demand data on petrochemicals and feedstocks. Interested parties capable of providing these services must submit a capability statement and pricing information by March 17, 2026.
Scope of Services
The intended award is for a one-year subscription service, with potentially two option years, allowing access to proprietary supply and demand data on all petrochemicals and petrochemical feedstocks. This data is crucial for various applications within the EIA. The services fall under NAICS 519290 (Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services) and PSC R408 (Program Management/Support Services). The work will be performed at the contractor's facility or other remote location.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Purchase Order (FAR Part 6.103-1, Simplified Acquisition Procedures FAR Part 12.201-1)
- Intended Awardee: LNRS Data Services, Inc.
- Duration: One base year + two option years
- Potential Period of Performance: May 22, 2026, to May 21, 2029
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: March 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET (15 calendar days from publication)
- Published: March 2, 2026
Submission Requirements
This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation is available. However, interested parties may submit a capability statement and pricing information for consideration. Responses must be in writing and emailed to ellen.baptist@hq.doe.gov with the subject line: "Response to Notice of Intent – 89303026NEI000092". All information should support the vendor’s capability and be furnished at no cost to the Government.
Additional Notes
The Government reserves the right to cancel the sole source award. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive requirement is in the best interest of the Government. A determination not to compete this action based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion. No telephone requests will be accepted.