S&P Capital IQ Pro and SNL Energy Desktop (Subscriber-Wide) Service
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. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published a Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition (JOFOC) to secure continued access to the S&P Capital IQ Pro and SNL Energy Desktop (Subscriber-Wide) Service. This sole-source action is with S&P Global Market Intelligence, LLC, to support FERC's Office of Enforcement and Regulatory Accounting (OERA) in its oversight of energy markets. The estimated total value for this five-year requirement is $2,827,108.00.
Purpose & Scope
FERC requires access to the S&P Capital IQ Pro web-based application, which provides comprehensive and compiled electric industry data. This service is critical for OERA's electric surveillance activities, enabling the analysis of market activity for anomalies and incentives. Key data includes market participant-specific information, corporate structures, power purchase agreements, pipeline and electric infrastructure mapping, and REC pricing. The platform consolidates data from multiple sources, streamlining analysis for FERC staff.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Justification (JOFOC)
- Vendor: S&P Global Market Intelligence, LLC
- Duration: Five (5) years, comprising a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.
- Estimated Total Value: $2,827,108.00
- Base Period: $486,728.00
- Option Period 1: $523,233.00
- Option Period 2: $562,475.00
- Option Period 3: $604,661.00
- Option Period 4: $650,011.00
- Published Date: March 18, 2026
Justification
This procurement is justified under 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(2) and FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source. S&P Capital IQ Pro is described as a proprietary product, and market research indicated no other vendor offers the same breadth and integration of market information. FERC has consistently utilized S&P Global Market Intelligence since 2008, with analysts having built programs around its data structure. While Velocity Suite was identified as a competitor, it does not provide the same integrated view or data consolidation capabilities. FERC intends to conduct further market research for future acquisitions.
Set-Aside
Not applicable, as this is a sole-source justification.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Lisa Tillman, Lisa.Tillman@ferc.gov, 202-502-6341.