Intent to Sole Source - 2026 American Hospital Association Membership Fees
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Logistics and Acquisitions has issued an Intent to Sole Source for the 2026 American Hospital Association (AHA) Membership Fees for the NIH Clinical Center. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The estimated cost for these annual dues is $30,504. Interested parties capable of providing the required services may submit a capability statement by February 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for the annual membership dues to the American Hospital Association (AHA) for the NIH Clinical Center. The AHA is recognized as the national organization representing hospitals and healthcare networks, providing critical information, advocacy, education, and resources. Membership offers insights into healthcare challenges, supports national health policy development, and aids in legislative and regulatory debates. The NIH Clinical Center benefits from these unique resources provided by the AHA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Agency: National Institutes of Health (NIH), Health And Human Services
- Product/Service Code: U005 (Tuition, Registration, And Membership Fees)
- Justification: Sole source under 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source (AHA) can satisfy agency requirements. The J&A further specifies FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
- Estimated Cost: $30,504
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: February 28, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD
Evaluation
This is an intent to negotiate on an other than full and open competition basis. All responsible sources that believe they can provide the required services may submit a capability statement. The Government will consider these statements, but a determination not to compete this requirement is solely at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Market research confirms AHA as the sole provider of these unique services, and the cost is deemed fair and reasonable. The NIH Clinical Center needs to maintain this annual membership.