# SAM #83310127Q0008 EXIM subscription to EIU Viewpoint and Operational Risk databases **Buyer:** Export-Import Bank of the United States **Posted:** October 07, 2026 **Respond By:** November 06, 2026 **Identifier:** 83310127Q0008 **NAICS:** 519290 EXIM is seeking a subscription to **The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)** databases for country analysis and operational-risk research. - **Government buyer:** Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), Research & Information Services (RIS). - **Named OEM/vendor:** **The Economist Intelligence Unit, NA, Inc.** (EIU); the requirement is supported by a brand-name justification stating that no equivalent database meets EXIM’s needs. - **Products requested:** - **EIU Viewpoint (Country Analysis Advanced Global)** — one database subscription, with access for up to 10 users; provides country and regional analysis covering economic, financial, political, legal, industry, and related topics. - **EIU Operational Risk** — one database subscription, with access for up to 10 users; provides global risk assessments, country-level analysis, risk scores, and updates across security, regulatory, tax, infrastructure, and geopolitical topics. - No part numbers are provided. - **Included support and requirements:** Access to EIU analysts for questions about content and methodology; training and service-enhancement updates; and customized presentations on global issues upon request. EXIM’s queries and interests must remain confidential. The data should provide original, reliable macroeconomic, country, and risk information, with particular value for emerging markets. - **Pricing and award:** Firm-fixed-price; quotations should include all costs. The purchase is subject to funding availability. - **Performance term:** The solicitation materials are inconsistent: one attachment requests pricing for a 12-month base period plus four 1-year options, while the statement of work and order materials describe a three-year term with a 12-month base period and two 1-year options. Confirm the applicable term in the solicitation. ### Description

***SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS***

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION # 83310127Q0008 

NAICS Code 519290 Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services

PSC 7A21 IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE)

Solicitation Attachments:

-Single-Limited Source-or-Brand Name Justification Form

-Statement of Work (SOW)

-SF1449 Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items or service prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 using the publicizing requirements of FAR Part 5.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations IAW instructions to potential offerors to be considered for award within the attached Single-Limited Source-or-Brand Name Justification Form. A separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Synopsis/Solicitation 83310127Q0008 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The provisions and clauses incorporated in this solicitation are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as of the date of issuance and are included in the attached SF 1449.

For commercial acquisitions using simplified procedures under FAR Part 12, Buy American applies unless the value exceeds the applicable Trade Agreements threshold, in which case Trade Agreements apply – except where an exception applies.

The Export Import Bank of the US (EXIM) intends to procure product THE ECONOMIST INTELLIGENCE UNIT database [Economic indicators database - Economist Intelligence Unit].  See the attached Single-Limited Source-or-Brand Name Justification Form and Statement of Work (SOW).

All costs associated with this requirement must be included in the quoted price. This includes shipping and freight as well as any tariff or duty charges. No additional costs may be added afterwards. The Government will utilize 13.5 - Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Products and Commercial Services, and the order will be issued on a firm fixed-price basis.

All responsible offerors shall submit a quotation in response to this solicitation. By submission of a quotation, the offeror represents compliance with the applicable representations and certifications, which are incorporated by reference and completed in the System for Award Management (SAM), as applicable. Submission of a quotation shall constitute the offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions of this solicitation.

Offerors are encouraged to submit published pricing, historical pricing data, or other information to support the Government’s price analysis and determination of fair and reasonable pricing. Award basis will be made on offeror being responsive, responsible, and having past performance, with the lowest price.

In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

QUESTIONS TO BE SUBMITTED TO patricia.ludlow@EXIM.gov NO LATER THAN October 23, 2026 (Friday) / 2:00pm Eastern Time (ET)

RFQ CLOSING DUE DATE AND TIME: November 6, 2026, (Friday), 2:00pm Eastern Time (ET)

SUBMIT OFFER TO: patricia.ludlow@exim.gov with Synopsis-Solicitation Number 83310127Q0008 in the subject line.

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