D--Notice of Intent to Sole Source
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 Energy's Strategic Petroleum Reserve has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a Crude Assay Management Software Subscription. This special notice indicates the agency's intent to award a contract without full competition, but seeks to identify any other interested and qualified sources. Responses are due April 7, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for a subscription to a Crude Assay Management Software. This software is critical for managing and analyzing crude oil properties, which is essential for the operations of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The Product Service Code is DA10, which covers support services for SaaS or subscription-based business software involved with application development projects or off-the-shelf business software.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 7, 2026
- Published: April 1, 2026
Purpose
This notice serves as a market research tool to determine if other sources capable of providing the required Crude Assay Management Software Subscription exist. If no other qualified sources are identified, the agency intends to proceed with a sole source award to the current provider.
Contact Information
For inquiries or to express interest, contact Bennetta A. Hamilton at Bennetta.Hamilton@SPR.DOE.GOV or 504-734-4813.