How to respond to the Census Bureau’s Address List Field Augmentation Data notice

What the Census Bureau is seeking

The U.S. Census Bureau is conducting market research to identify small businesses that can provide address list field augmentation data. The notice is a sources-sought notice, not a solicitation or contract award.

The Bureau says it does not intend to award a contract solely based on this market research. Responding is a way to tell the agency about your firm’s capabilities, not to submit a bid for a confirmed contract.

Deadline and what it means

The notice was published October 16, 2026. Responses are due November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.

Treat the deadline as the cutoff for responding to this market-research notice. The information provided does not state what happens after the deadline or describe a later procurement.

Who this opportunity may suit

This notice is for small businesses with capabilities relevant to providing address list field augmentation data. The Bureau specifically seeks to hear from small businesses, including Small Disadvantaged Businesses, SBA-Certified 8(a) Businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.

How to access the notice

Click “View original source” above to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid.

You may need a free account to view documents, though many bids do not require one. The notice directs interested parties to respond in accordance with Paragraph 3 of the SSN.

Prepare a clear market-research response

Read the full notice, especially Paragraph 3, and follow its response instructions. Make your response easy to assess by clearly describing your firm’s relevant capabilities and small-business category, where applicable.

Keep statements specific and supportable. Since this is market research rather than a request for proposals or quotes, focus on accurately explaining your firm’s fit for the effort instead of assuming the agency is requesting a priced offer.