Intent to Sole Source - Technical Information, Administrative, and Logistics Services II (TIALS II)
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
NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) intends to issue a sole source contract extension for the Technical Information, Administrative, and Logistics Services II (TIALS II) contract. This extension will be awarded to Alcyon Technical Services (ATS) JV, LLC to ensure continuous provision of essential logistics and metrology services. Interested organizations must submit capabilities by March 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The required services include:
- Logistics Services: Property management, supply management, freight traffic, transportation operations, move operations, mail processing, special events, and airport courier services.
- Metrology: Calibration services and management of the Measuring and Test Equipment (MTE) Instrument Pool. These services are critical for GRC operations and will be provided without lapse until a follow-on contract is awarded.
Contract & Timeline
- Action Type: Intent to Sole Source Contract Extension
- Current Contractor: Alcyon Technical Services (ATS) JV, LLC
- Duration: Up to twelve (12) months, structured as an initial three-month extension followed by nine (9) optional one-month extensions. This period will not exceed March 31, 2027 (current contract end date of March 31, 2026 + 12 months).
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(iii)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) - Note: This notice is for an intent to sole source; the set-aside likely applies to the original contract being extended.
- Capabilities Due: March 1, 2026, by 4:00 PM ET
- Published Date: February 13, 2026
- Place of Performance: Cleveland, OH
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if this acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. The Government retains discretion regarding the decision to compete this acquisition.
Additional Notes
The Government does not intend to acquire a commercial product or service using FAR Part 12. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information is available online.