Request for Collaboration (RFC) 2028 Dress Rehearsal and 2030 Census Decennial as a Service (D-X)
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 U.S. Census Bureau (USCB), under the Department of Commerce, has issued a Request for Collaboration (RFC) for the 2028 Dress Rehearsal and 2030 Census Decennial as a Service (D-X) program. This RFC serves as market research to gather additional industry input, refine the acquisition strategy, and validate government assumptions following a previous Request for Information (RFI). The goal is to align government expectations with commercial capabilities for this critical program. Responses are due by May 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Key Areas of Interest for Collaboration
The USCB is seeking industry input on several critical areas:
- Managed Service Integrator (MSI) Model: Exploring a single-integrator model for end-to-end orchestration across D-X service domains (logistics, mobility, devices, warehousing, asset management, cellular services, site deployments, support operations). Input is sought on MSI models, governance, and best practices.
- Command Center: Developing a real-time operational layer for continuous visibility, coordinated response, and cross-domain decision support.
- Data Interoperability and Integration: Approaches to data integration, API frameworks, and synchronization across disparate commercial and government systems.
- OEM-Agnostic Device and Equipment As-a-Service Models: Structuring as-a-service offerings for various equipment types, including provisioning, service levels, and lifecycle management.
- Warehouse Operations Capabilities as a Service: Operational models, automation, and quality control for high-volume federal deployments.
- Surge Readiness and Scalability: Vendor plans for surge staffing, facility expansion, and logistics to support peak Census periods.
- Sustainability and Reuse Models: Environmentally responsible approaches for device, kit reuse, and recycling.
- Risk Identification and Mitigation: Identifying potential risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Collaboration (RFC) / Special Notice (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 14, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: April 14, 2026
- Place of Performance: Suitland, MD 20746, United States
Important Notes
This RFC is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The USCB is not seeking proposals and will not pay for response costs. Responding does not preclude future participation in an RFP. Submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
Contact Information
- Primary: Pithy Ty Sar (pithy.t.sar@census.gov)
- Secondary: Paul W Boesch (paul.w.boesch@census.gov)