Dynamic General Equilibrium Model

 The U.S. International Trade Commission(USITC or the Commission) is an independent, quasi-judicial federal agency established by Congress with a wide range of trade-related mandates. The USITC's mission is threefold: to administer U.S. trade remedy laws in a fair and objective manner; to provide the President, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), and the Congress with independent, quality analysis, information, and support on matters of tariffs and international trade and competitiveness; and to maintain the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) of the United States. In doing so, the USITC serves the public by implementing U.S. law and contributing to the development and implementation of sound and informed U.S. trade policy.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement and attachment constitutes the only solicitation. The solicitation number is ITC-RFQ-16-0037, attached, and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).  

The USITC has a requirement to create a Dynamic General Equilibrium (DGE) Model that can be used to analyze short-term and long-term effects of trade policy. The associated North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) for this procurement is NAICS Code 541690 - Other scientific and technical consulting services.

 
The USITC anticipates awarding an single firm fixed price Purchase Order as a result of this RFQ. The contract's period of performance is 12 months.  All responsible sources may submit a quote as outlined in the solicitation, which will be considered by the agency.  Questions regarding this solicitation shall be received in writing, via e-mail, to terri.long-miller@usitc.gov.  The offeror shall reference Section 4 - Quote Preparation Instructions and include in the subject line ITC-RFQ-16-0037 -- Dynamic General Equilibrium Model.  Phone calls are strongly discouraged.