Review of NEA Data Collection Tools & Performance Measurements

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in the attachment. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and a written solicitation will not be issued. 

The National Endowment for the Artsinvites contractors to submit a proposal for services described in the attached statement of work.  Enclosed you will find a Statement of Work requesting contractors to identify and evaluate best practices in performance measurement-particularly those concerning arts/cultural and grant-making organizations for performances measurement and strategic planning for the National Endowment for the Arts, Office of Research & Analysis, located in Washington, DC.  Please submit your price and technical proposal by January 15, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. (EST).  This RFP in no way obligates the U.S. Government to award a contract, nor does it commit the U.S. Government to pay any cost incurred in preparing and submitting your proposal.

RFP's will be received via email address: harrisl@arts.gov.  Proposals that are faxed will not be accepted.  Proposals must be received by the closing date and time stated above.  Clearly, specifically, and concisely provide the company name, address, contact person, and telephone number.  All Proposals shall reference: RFP 10-04 on the front of the package/page. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-38.