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, Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) has issued a Special Notice regarding the closeout of specific contracts in accordance with FAR 4.804. This notice serves as advance notification to vendors whose contracts are identified in the attached list, indicating that these contracts have an expired period of performance, are fully invoiced, and have a remaining balance of zero dollars.
Scope of Action
The IBC AQD plans to proceed with the unilateral closeout of these contracts. The attached document, "Contract_List_Posted_to_SAM_gov_9_Mar_26_1.pdf," provides a list of the affected contract awards, including award number, contractor name, contract type, and period of performance dates. This document is for historical reference and does not contain new solicitation details or requirements.
Key Details & Timeline
- Action: Unilateral contract closeout.
- Affected Contracts: Those with expired Period of Performance, fully invoiced, and a zero remaining balance.
- Unilateral Closeout Commencement: Ten business days after the posting of this announcement (i.e., starting March 24, 2026).
- Vendor Response Deadline: Vendors must respond by March 23, 2026, if they prefer a bilateral closeout or have a valid reason to object.
- Published: March 9, 2026
Vendor Instructions
Vendors whose contracts are on the attached list and who prefer a bilateral contract closeout modification, or have a valid reason why the closeout should not proceed, must contact the designated Point of Contact (POC) before the response deadline of March 23, 2026.
Contact Information
- POC: John Scarsellone
- Email: john_scarsellone@ibc.doi.gov