99--Notice Regarding Dept. of the Interior, IBC, AQD to close contracts.
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) has issued a Special Notice regarding the upcoming closeout of contracts. This notice serves as advance notification to vendors whose contracts are listed in the attached document, indicating that closeout actions will commence soon. Vendors have an opportunity to request a bilateral closeout or provide reasons against closeout.
Scope of Action
The IBC AQD plans to proceed with the closeout of contracts in accordance with FAR 4.804. The contracts targeted for closeout have an expired period of performance, are fully invoiced, and have a remaining balance of zero dollars. This is a procedural action to finalize administrative aspects of completed contracts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice
- Published: February 9, 2026
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET
- Closeout Commencement: Unilateral contract closeout will begin ten business days after the posting of this announcement.
Additional Notes
Vendors identified in the attached contract list are encouraged to review the notice. If a bilateral contract closeout modification is preferred, or if there is a valid reason why the closeout should not proceed, vendors must contact the designated Point of Contact (POC) before the response deadline. The attached document, Contract_List_Posted_to_SAM_gov_9_Feb_26_1.pdf, provides a list of affected contracts, including Award Number, Contractor name, Contract Type, and Period of Performance dates. This document is for informational purposes to identify affected contracts and does not contain new solicitation requirements.
Contact Information
- Primary POC: Ronald Newlan
- Email: ronald_newlan@ibc.doi.gov