RFI-CAFC26-PCS-0001 - Market Research and Planning Information.pdf

UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS

FOR THE FEDERAL CIRCUIT

717 MADISON PLACE, N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C. 20439

Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought Notice

RFI No. CAFC-PCS-26-0001

This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of qualified small businesses and other vendors to provide the goods and services described below. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses will not be considered as proposals or offers.

Agency: United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) Office: Procurement and Contracting Services Notice Type: Sources Sought / Market Research NAICS Codes: Multiple (see categories below) Place of Performance: 717 Madison Place, NW, Washington, DC 20439 (National Courts Building Complex), and other CAFC-occupied space in the Washington, DC metropolitan area

1. Purpose

The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is conducting market research to identify qualified, responsible vendors capable of providing the categories of goods and services described below. The Court routinely procures a wide range of products and services in support of its judicial and administrative operations and wishes to expand its pool of known, capable sources.

Interested vendors are also encouraged to monitor the Court's Business Opportunities page for locally posted solicitations, request for quotes, and notices that may not be posted on SAM.gov:

Business Opportunities — U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit:

https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/home/the-court/about-the-court/business-opportunities/

Many of the Court's lower-dollar-value procurements are posted exclusively on the Court's own Business Opportunities page rather than on SAM.gov. Vendors https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/home/the-court/about-the-court/business-opportunities/ https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/home/the-court/about-the-court/business-opportunities/ interested in doing business with the Court are strongly encouraged to bookmark and periodically check that page.

2. Background

The Court is a federal appellate court with nationwide jurisdiction, located within the National Courts Building complex in Washington, DC. To support its courtrooms, chambers, and administrative offices, the Court regularly procures goods and services across a broad range of categories. This notice reflects a representative portfolio of the categories of items and services most frequently procured by the Court, based on a review of the Court's award history.

3. Categories of Interest

The Court is seeking to identify capable and responsive vendors in the following representative categories. This list is illustrative, not exhaustive:

A. Facilities, Renovation & Building Services

• Interior renovation, build-out, and construction services (courtrooms, chambers, and office suites)

• HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance (including server/network room cooling)

• Electrical, lighting, and ceiling tile repair/replacement

• Locksmith and rekeying services

• Door hardware installation and repair

• Preventative and general maintenance services

• Cleaning and janitorial services

• Landscape design and grounds services

• Moving and relocation services

B. Office & Courtroom Furniture, Furnishings & Fixtures

• Systems furniture, desks, and seating (e.g., Knoll and comparable manufacturers)

• Shelving, storage cabinets, and mobile pedestals

• Sit/stand desks and ergonomic workstation components

• Courtroom and library furnishings

• Signage, banner stands, and display systems

• Wallpaper and interior finish installation

C. Information Technology & Audio-Visual

• Courtroom technology systems and AV equipment/installation

• Network switches, routers, and IT infrastructure hardware

• Cloud services, software licensing, and SaaS subscriptions

• Copier/printer maintenance and toner/consumables

• Video conferencing and presentation display systems (e.g., ClickShare-type systems)

• Cabling, mounts, and AV accessories

• Wireless devices, mobile phones, and radio equipment/service

D. Telecommunications & Connectivity

• Enterprise internet, network, and managed router services

• Wireless carrier services

• Mailroom postage metering and shipping subscription services (e.g., Stamps.com-type services)

• Overnight/expedited courier and shipping services (e.g., FedEx-type services)

E. Legal & Research Subscriptions and Learning Experience

• Legal research database subscriptions (e.g., Westlaw/LexisNexis/Bloomberg Law-type services)

• Litigation analytics subscriptions

• Professional/leadership research and networking database subscriptions

F. Security Services

• Access control and barrier repair

G. Professional, Training & Consulting Services

• Executive coaching services

• Case flow management and judicial administration training

• Professional association memberships/registrations (e.g., SHRM)

• Court reporting / CART (real-time captioning) services

• Temporary staffing and consulting services (procurement, HR, and related administrative functions)

H. Office, General and IT Supplies

• General office supplies (paper products, folders, legal pads, mailroom supplies)

• Custom promotional items, awards, and recognition items (e.g., pins, apparel)

• Training-related materials and supplies

• General facility supplies (trash receptacles, shredders, whiteboards, mats)

• Toners, webcams, mouse, keyboards, etc.

I. Transportation & Event Support

• Charter bus and shuttle transportation services

• Judicial conference logistics and event support

• Hotel/venue services for official Court travel and events

4. Instructions to Interested Vendors

Interested vendors that believe they can provide any of the goods or services described above are invited to submit a capability statement including the following information:

1. Company name, address, and point of contact (name, phone, email)

2. Unique Entity ID (UEI) and CAGE Code

3. Business size and socio-economic status (e.g., small business, 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Woman-Owned Small Business, etc.), as applicable

4. Relevant NAICS code(s) under which the company is registered

5. A brief capability statement (no more than 2 pages) describing relevant experience, past performance, and the specific category or categories of interest from Section 3 above

6. GSA Schedule/contract vehicle information, if applicable

Submissions should be sent to: pcs@cafc.uscourts.gov Response due date: August 30, 2026

5. Disclaimer

This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. It does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with submitting information in response to this notice. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if any is issued. All information received in response to this notice that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly.

Vendors are also encouraged to routinely check the Court's Business Opportunities page for current and future local postings not required to be posted on SAM.gov:

https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/home/the-court/about-the-court/business-opportunities/

Point of Contact: pcs@cafc.uscourts.gov; Procurement and Contracting Services mailto:pcs@cafc.uscourts.gov https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/home/the-court/about-the-court/business-opportunities/ https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/home/the-court/about-the-court/business-opportunities/ mailto:pcs@cafc.uscourts.gov