Sole Source: Statistical Sutdy- Multiple-Systems Estimation: Research

Under the Authority of Federal Acquisitions Regulations, Par 6, Subparts 6.301 and 6.302, The U.S. Census Bureau intends to contract with Dr. Song Chen, through The Department of Statistics, Iowa State University, on a sole source basis to provide professional services to conduct research in development of an estimator and evaluation of the estimator through use of internal Census Bureau Microdata. The US Census Bureau believes Dr. Chen's research experience makes him uniquely qualified to be able to furnish the statistical services required through this contract. The period of performance for this award will be from date of award through September 30, 2011. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. In doing so, interested sources must submit technical capabilities, pricing, and other information that demonstrates their ability to meet the Census Bureau's needs. Detailed capabilities must be submitted to Lisa Safewright at email address [email protected] no later than COB December 21, 2009. This notice is not to be considered a request for quotations or proposals. No contract will be awarded on the basis of offers received in response to this notice, but offers will be used to determine if a comparable source is available and more advantageous to the Government. If no affirmative written response is received within 10 days from the publication of this synopsis, a contract will be issued to Dr. Song Chen/Department of Statistics, Iowa State University without further notice.