Notice of Intent to Sole Source-American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
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 Food and Drug Administration (FDA), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This action is for the Maintenance of a Technical Advisory Group for United States Representation in international standards activities. The FDA identifies ANSI as the only known responsible source due to its exclusive authority and unique role as the sole U.S. member body to ISO, as codified in international agreements and ISO membership structure.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the maintenance of a Technical Advisory Group (TAG) to coordinate U.S. participation in international standards activities, specifically within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). ANSI's role includes registering the U.S. as a participating member on ISO subcommittees, accrediting U.S. TAGs under ANSI International Procedures clause 2.5, and officially representing U.S. interests in ISO activities. This is critical for U.S. participation and influence in food safety standards development affecting public health and international trade.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order (intended sole source)
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, 5 PM EST (for firms challenging the sole source)
- Published: April 9, 2026
Evaluation
While the Government intends to negotiate with ANSI as the sole source, any other responsible offeror may submit a quote or proposal for consideration. Responses must fully identify the firm's interest and capability to provide the required services. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed contract based on responses is solely at its discretion. No agency actions are planned to remove these barriers as they are fundamental to the international standards system structure.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for competitive quotes. Firms interested in challenging the sole source must submit their capabilities via email to the primary contact. Primary Contact: Natalie Brown, natalie.brown@fda.hhs.gov, (301) 837-7670 Secondary Contact: Ian Weiss, Ian.Weiss@fda.hhs.gov, 3017965728