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 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of the General Counsel (GC), has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to Wellspring for patent docketing services. Wellspring is identified as the only FEDRAMP-certified provider capable of immediate service. Interested parties believing they can meet the requirement must submit a capability statement by April 16, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for patent docketing services to support the DOE's Office of the General Counsel. The primary justification for the sole source is Wellspring's unique FEDRAMP certification, which allows for immediate commencement of work.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source IDIQ (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Duration: One (1) base year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: April 16, 2026 (30 days from posting date)
- Published: March 17, 2026
Response Requirements
Firms believing they can provide the required patent docketing services and that DOE should not pursue this sole source procurement must submit a capability statement via email to Kelley Vandecoevering (kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov). The response must include a general statement of services and past performance client information for similar products.
Additional Notes
This is a Notice of Intent; no solicitation is currently available. The Government's decision to compete this requirement based on responses is solely at its discretion. Information received will primarily be used to determine future competitive procurement possibilities. No telephone calls will be accepted.