CERAWeek_2023_Attendance_and_Support_Services_Notice_of_Intent_1.docx

NOTICE OF INTENT

For CERAWeek 2023 Attendance and Support Services

This is a notice of intent that confirms the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Headquarters Procurement Services’ (MA-64) intends to proceed with a single source acquisition pursuant to FAR 13.106-1(b) as there is only one responsible source that can provide the required services. MA-64 intends to solicit and negotiate with IHS Global Inc, in accordance with 41 U.S.C.1901. The anticipated Contract period of performance is March 6th, 2023 – March 10th, 2023. This notice is being provided pursuant to FAR subparts 13.105, 5.203(b) and 5.204.

This proposed action is for the attendance and support services for the Office of the Under Secretary for Infrastructure (S3). IHS Global Inc provides the S3 with access to a unique internationally attended forum, Cambridge Energy Research Associates (CERA)Week 2023. CERAWeek 2023 is a forum that facilitates the exchange of ideas and insights on energy innovation, emerging technologies, and solutions for technologists, investors, thought leaders, government officials and corporate innovators. This platform provides S3 the capability to streamline their communication to industry leaders by directly connecting with world leading stakeholders in the industry.

Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services can satisfy any agency requirements in accordance with 41 U.S.C. 1901. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 541611– Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services; Business size standard 24.5 Million.

This notice of intent is for information and planning purposes only. This notice does not constitute a formal request for quotation (RFQ) and any responses to this notice will be treated as information only. No award will be made as a result of responses to this notice.

Contractors are advised that the Government is not under any obligation to provide any responses as a result of this notice, nor is the Government bound to any further actions related to this matter. The information provided in this notice is subject to change and is not binding on the Government.

If a firm believes the DOE should not pursue a contract with IHS Global Inc. then they should submit a capability statement no later than 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST) February 17, 2023 to Timothy.Jackson@hq.doe.gov and Rico.Cunningham@hq.doe.gov. Contractors also may email any other questions or concerns to Timothy.Jackson@hq.doe.gov and Rico.Cunningham@hq.doe.gov no later than 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST) February 17, 2023.

A determination by the Government to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.