Telecom Service Data
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 Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI), also categorized as Sources Sought, to gather details on potential vendors capable of providing current monthly wireless and wireline telecommunications service plan pricing data. This RFI is for market research purposes to analyze, evaluate, and improve BLS price indexes. Responses are due by June 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The BLS seeks to purchase one year of detailed household survey data, starting from 2025, covering residential (wireline) telecommunications services (land-line, internet, cable/satellite TV, bundled packages) and wireless telephone services. The data must include specific variables such as Month, ZIP code, Service/Product, Provider/Carrier, Package Name, Length of Service, Contract Status, and detailed Features (e.g., calling types, speeds, data allowances, number of lines, DVR fees). Data should be from a cross-section of U.S. households, highly complete and accurate, and provided electronically (CSV, SAS, txt) via a secure method like SFTP. Vendors must also provide a survey questionnaire and response key.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Duration: One year of data (starting 2025)
- Set-Aside: Based on responses, the requirement may be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition.
- Questions Due: June 22, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Response Due: June 29, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: June 15, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This RFI is solely for market research and planning; it is not a solicitation or a commitment to award a contract. No reimbursement will be provided for response costs. Offerors should submit a capabilities package demonstrating their ability to meet the requirements, including Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing for planning. Responses should not exceed 30 pages and must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format via email to DeCarlo Coleman.
Additional Notes
The BLS is the principal federal agency for measuring price changes. Selected vendors may not use the BLS name in connection with data collection. The data being purchased should be commercially available. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract.