Request for Information
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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for the U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER). This RFI seeks feedback from contractors on their capabilities to develop and produce the annual USEER and a supplemental wage survey, providing comprehensive data and analysis on the U.S. energy labor market. DOE anticipates releasing a Request for Quote (RFQ) in the third quarter of this calendar year. Responses are due April 7, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET.
Purpose
This Sources Sought Notice is for acquisition planning and market research, aiming to identify available sources, maximize small business participation, and assess the capacity and competency of both small and other than small businesses. It is not a solicitation and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract.
Scope of Work
The anticipated requirement involves a 1-year base period with four 1-year options, structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price award. Key responsibilities include:
- Designing survey methodologies and developing databases.
- Collecting and analyzing data to produce the annual USEER.
- Utilizing Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data and federal statistical agency best practices.
- Constructing and maintaining a sampling plan for businesses across all states.
- Producing, maintaining, and improving the USEER survey instrument, covering detailed energy sectors and value chain activities.
- Conducting a supplemental wage survey to analyze job quality, wages, and benefits.
- Calculating results, preparing deliverables, and conducting data analysis.
- Producing the final USEER report, including writing, editing, graphic design, and Section 508 compliance.
- Providing a comprehensive slide deck summarizing findings.
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors should submit a statement of interest (max 10 single-sided pages, 12-pt font, MS Word or PDF) on company letterhead. Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: Name, address, affiliates, POC, UEI/CAGE, SAM registration status, business designation (NAICS 541720).
- Experience Documentation: Outline of products/services, key methods, innovative features, similar project experience, cost model, and anticipated industry challenges/solutions for data reporting for USEER.
- Response Likelihood: Indicate the probability of responding to an actual solicitation.
- NAICS Feedback: Provide feedback on the appropriateness of NAICS code 541720 ($28M SB size standard).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Anticipated Duration: 1-year base + 4 one-year options
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage, focus on small business participation)
- Response Due: April 7, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 25, 2026
Additional Notes
Responses are strictly for market research and will assist the Government in developing its acquisition strategy. This notice does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Email responses to Kelley.Vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov and Damion.Peyton@hq.doe.gov with the subject line "RESPONSE – USEER."