State-Level Data on Software Investment, Equipment Purchases, and E-Commerce Shipments

This is a sources sought notice issued by the Department of Commerce, specifically through the Bureau of Economic Analysis, for the collection of state-level data on software investment, equipment purchases, and e-commerce shipments to enhance regional economic accounting. The notice, identified by solicitation number BABC132126DataReq, is purely for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, request for quotes, or any binding obligation from the government. Responses are not offers and cannot form a contract. The data requirements focus on identifying software installations and equipment use at the operating establishment level—rather than headquarters—with geographic attribution by state, annual or sub-annual frequency, and industry classification using NAICS codes. E-commerce data must cover domestic and international retail shipments, classified by retailer or product category, and be representative of the full U.S. household universe or weighted nationally. Technical deliverables must be in structured, machine-readable formats and accessible via API, SFTP, flat files, or a web platform, with annual updates expected within a few months after year-end. Licensing terms must permit BEA to publish derived statistics and internally use the data across its program areas. Vendors must submit a capability statement, supporting documentation, and up to ten pages of narrative addressing the Statement of Work, including methodology, historical data depth, delivery capabilities, and sample data. A cover page must include vendor name, Cage code, UEI number, DUNS number, and business size. The NAICS code listed is 541910, though 518210 is referenced in supporting materials; no small business set-aside is being used. Submissions are due by July 17, 2026, and must be emailed with a specified subject line. The government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding. All responses are voluntary and confidential, with the agency reserving the right to revise requirements prior to any future solicitation. Point of contact is Blen Gabriel at the Department of Commerce in Washington, D.C.