Octus Subscription

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) is soliciting bids for 10 Octus Risk Analysis Product subscriptions to support the Corporate Finance and Restructuring Department (CFRD). This sole-source procurement seeks specialized financial analysis services, including quarterly assessments of corporate financial health, default probability evaluations, liquidity analysis, and customized credit risk assessments. The service is classified under NAICS code 519290 (Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services) and will be procured as a Firm Fixed Price contract. While the solicitation notice does not explicitly detail the evaluation criteria, the government's emphasis on specialized financial intelligence capabilities suggests evaluation will focus on the vendor's ability to provide comprehensive market data and analytical insights. The deadline for responses is January 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET, with an amendment issued on January 7, 2026 extending the original response date.

This is a total small business set-aside contract with Octus identified as the sole-source provider, indicating the incumbent or specified contractor for this requirement. The contract base period runs from February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027, with four additional twelve-month option periods available, providing potential for up to five years of service delivery. The subscriptions will provide CFRD access to financial market intelligence covering high-yield bonds, distressed debt, leveraged loans, and restructuring market situations, drawing from investment communities, trading desks, investment banks, and legal and financial advisory firms. The specific contract value or budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation. Performance will take place in Washington, DC 20024, with contracting officer John Fales available at 202-890-7955 or FALES.JOHN@PBGC.GOV for inquiries.