ASPI China Defence Universities Tracker
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 U.S. Air Force (USAF) intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order on a sole source basis to Australian Strategic Policy Institute Ltd for the China Defence Universities Tracker. This Special Notice is an intent to award, but the Government will consider responses from other responsible sources to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Responses are due May 19, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This acquisition is for unlimited seats for one year to the China Defence Universities Tracker. This digital access provides crucial intelligence on global technological advancements across 74 critical areas, including defense, space, artificial intelligence, and advanced materials. The tracker supports the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) mission to "lead the discovery, development, and integration of warfighting technologies for our air, space and cyberspace forces," enhancing scientific research access for the AFRL library consortium.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about May 27, 2026
- Duration: 1 year
- NAICS: 519210 (Size Standard: $21M)
- PSC: 7630 (Newspapers And Periodicals)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source Intent)
Response Requirements
While this is not a request for competitive quotations, responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. Responses will help determine if a full and open competitive procurement or a small business set-aside is feasible. Submissions must address how the product meets the specified characteristics and include:
- Points of contact, addresses, email, phone numbers.
- Identification as a large U.S. business, small U.S. business, or foreign business (based on NAICS 519210).
- Any other socioeconomic status (e.g., WOSB, EDWOSB, 8(a), SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone). Small businesses interested in a set-aside should demonstrate compliance with RFO 52.219-14.
- Company CAGE Code or UEI Number.
- Submissions must be UNCLASSIFIED, limited to 10 pages in a Microsoft Word compatible format.
Deadlines & Contact
- Response Due: May 19, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Email Responses To: Jessica M. Vetter at jessica.vetter.1@us.af.mil