D--Purchase of Commercial Data Sets

The Office of Naval Research issued solicitation N0001420R0010 for commercial data acquisition and analytic support services to facilitate global science and technology monitoring and evidence-based decision-making. The requirement involves providing access to commercial digital scientific and technology data sources, specifically covering science and technology publications, grant activities, patents, and venture capital data. These data sets must be accessible through various methods, including application programming interfaces (API), search-based user interfaces, and bulk downloads. In addition to data access, the procurement includes professional analytic support, which specifies the role of two full-time equivalent personnel to assist with strategic planning and portfolio management. The contract structure utilizes a firm-fixed-price model organized into a base period and four option periods. Amendments to the solicitation updated the CLIN structure to include a not-to-exceed monthly cost of $120,000.00 for specific CLINs and adjusted delivery timelines. Reporting requirements are formalized through a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), which mandates the submission of monthly status reports, monthly financial summaries, an overview and implementation plan, and program reviews. Digital Science and Research Solutions Inc. is identified as the incumbent contractor for the related historical procurement N00014-19-C-4004.