Market Research, Capability Call, and Virtual Industry Day Announcement: 2030 Census Questionnaire Assistance (CQA)

The United States Census Bureau (USCB) issued this special notice to conduct market research and a capability call for the 2030 Census Questionnaire Assistance (CQA) requirement. The agency seeks to identify interested parties with the necessary resources to support the 2030 CQA and requests vendor feedback to assist in determining the final acquisition method. This effort is categorized under NAICS 561422, Telemarketing Bureaus and Other Contact Centers. All work is associated with the USCB office located in Suitland, Maryland.

The procurement process includes a virtual Industry Day scheduled for May 7, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST. Vendors must register to attend using the provided webinar links and may submit questions for consideration during the event by April 27, 2026. Final responses to the notice and the draft requirements document are due by May 15, 2026, at 4:00 pm EST. Bryan Shearer serves as the primary point of contact for solicitation number YA1323-26-CQASN-0002.

Supporting documentation for this notice includes six attachments: three Industry Day webinar registration links, a draft requirements document, a questions and comments template, and the formal market research announcement. These documents provide the framework for vendor feedback and participation in the upcoming virtual engagement. The notice was published on April 21, 2026, and most recently updated on May 5, 2026.