PAR Inc Testing and Assessment Materials
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 War, United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) MARSOC intends to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to PAR INC. for proprietary psychological assessment materials, manuals, and protocols. This acquisition is justified under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2) due to PAR INC. being the sole publisher and the critical need for technical and data continuity.
Purpose & Scope
This notice announces the Government's intent to procure specific, proprietary psychological assessment tools published exclusively by PAR INC. These materials are essential for standardized psychological screening and personnel suitability assessments conducted by Department of War medical and operational professionals. The requirement is driven by the need to maintain a standardized baseline for personnel vetting, as utilizing different tools would necessitate costly re-validation and cause unacceptable delays.
Contract Details & Justification
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1(a)(2) - Only one responsible source.
- Intended Awardee: PAR INC., 16204 N. Florida Ave., Lutz, FL 33549.
- Justification: PAR INC. is the sole publisher and copyright holder. The Government requires continuity with existing assessment tools to avoid substantial re-baselining costs and delays in critical personnel suitability requirements.
Submission Instructions & Timeline
- Nature of Notice: This is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations.
- Capability Statements: All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Submissions must clearly demonstrate the firm's ability to provide the exact proprietary materials or an equivalent solution that does not require re-baselining historical data or violate copyright protections.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, at 8:00 AM.
- Submission Method: In writing via email to the primary point of contact. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
- Government Discretion: The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete this proposed contract based on responses.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Samuel Williams (samuel.williams1@socom.mil)