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The Communications, Outreach, and Publication Support Services contract is forecasted to provide comprehensive support to the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics within the Directorate for Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences. The services will encompass a broad range of activities aimed at enhancing the dissemination and public engagement of statistical data and research findings, including strategic communications, public outreach initiatives, and the production and distribution of publications. The contract is aligned with NAICS code 323111, indicating a focus on commercial printing and related services, suggesting that printed materials and related media production will be a key component of the work. The contract is planned to operate under the auspices of NCSES and will require performance primarily within the United States, though specific location details for the place of performance are not provided. The solicitation is currently listed as a forecast, meaning it is a planning notice and not yet open for bids, with the posting date indicating it was made available in July 2025. No set-aside preferences or point of contact information are specified, and the official document can be referenced via a public link to the NSF Acquisition Forecast. Contractors interested in this opportunity should prepare to deliver high-quality, data-driven communication products and services that meet federal standards for clarity, accuracy, and accessibility.

General Info

NCSES seeks communications and printing services to disseminate science statistics through publications and outreach nationwide.

Agency

Directorate for Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences → NCSESView Agency

NAICS

323111 - Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)View NAICS

Place of Performance

US

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PostedJul 24

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AgencyDirectorate for Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences → NCSES

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Directorate for Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences → NCSES

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The Communications, Outreach, and Publication Support Services contract will assist NCSES with activities related to

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