R -- A-76 Tentative Decision Cost Comparison Results for Clerical Support Services.

The Department of Commerce Census Office has conducted a cost comparison study for Clerical Support Services under Solicitation #52-YABC-2-66019. Following this evaluation, the decision was made to retain the performance of these services in-house rather than outsourcing them. The process includes a public review period lasting 10 calendar days during which supporting documentation related to the tentative decision will be available. Subsequently, there is a 20-day window for the submission of any appeals, followed by a 30-day timeframe for the Appeal Authority to issue decisions on those appeals, totaling a 60-day period that commences on the publication date of the notice. Appeals must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, William H. Russell, either via email or fax. Any questions about the tentative decision or related documentation should also be directed to Mr. Russell using the provided contact information. The contract relates specifically to the in-house provision of clerical support services within the Census Department at their Suitland, Maryland office. This formal process ensures transparency and provides an opportunity for external parties to review and challenge the decision before it is finalized.