2027 & 2029 NCSES Survey of Science and Engineering Research Facilities Sources Sought

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is conducting market research to identify qualified, experienced, and interested sources to support the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) for the 2027 and 2029 Survey of Science and Engineering Research Facilities. The survey requires a 95% response rate and involves collecting data from national-level establishment censuses/surveys, disseminating data on behalf of the Federal government, and conducting methodological studies. The NSF is looking for vendors with experience in these areas, as well as experience with state-of-the-art database development, maintenance, and documentation practices. • The survey requires a high response rate of 95%. • The vendor should have experience with collecting data from national-level establishment censuses/surveys. • The vendor should have experience disseminating data on behalf of the Federal government. • The vendor should have experience conducting methodological studies and obtaining approval from the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB). • The vendor should have experience with state-of-the-art database development, maintenance, and documentation practices.