Business Contact and Firmographics Data

Background
The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB), Acquisition Division, is seeking to acquire business contact information and firmographics data through a sole source procurement. This initiative aims to enhance the quality and timeliness of economic data products, including Principal Federal Economic Indicators (PFEI) and the Economic Census, by leveraging alternative data sources to reduce respondent burden and improve data accuracy.

Work Details
The contract requires the acquisition of a comprehensive database of business contact information and firmographic attributes, including:

1. Verified-Open U.S. Business Records
2. Verified-Closed U.S. Business Records
3. Deliverable Business Email Contacts
4. U.S. Financial Attributes/Records for Businesses
5. Commercial Real Estate Attributes/Records for Businesses
6. Bankruptcy Attributes for Businesses
7. Access to Places Real-Time User Interface (UI).

These datasets are critical for maintaining and updating the Business Frame and associated contact information systems, providing near real-time insights into business status and primary points of contact.

Period of Performance
September 18, 2026 - September 17, 2027

Place of Performance
U.S. Census Bureau, Suitland, MD

Bidder Requirements
The contractor must be capable of providing comprehensive business contact data with a unique focus on small businesses, which is essential for high-quality survey collection and effective outreach. Data Axle, Inc is identified as the only vendor that meets these requirements due to its exceptional accuracy, breadth of data, and consistent refresh cycles.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior award 13ADEP26C0010, awarded to Data Axle for $550,000 with a period of performance of 09/18/26–09/17/27. The prior work involved purchasing commercial business contact information (including business names, email addresses, and points of contact), which aligns closely with the current requirement to acquire business contact and firmographics data to support the Business Frame and related systems. The overlap in data type and purpose suggests the current effort may be a continuation or follow-on procurement for maintaining and updating similar datasets.