Point and Translate Books - Notice of 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. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Point and Translate Books to GAIA Communications LLC. This requirement supports the Individual Terrorism Awareness Course (INTAC) Program for Soldiers, DoD Civilians, Contractors, and Dependents traveling OCONUS. USACE intends to award a Firm Fixed Price purchase order to GAIA Communications LLC without competition. However, any firm believing it can meet this requirement may submit a written notification with supporting evidence within 15 days of the announcement's publication.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the provision of Point and Translate guides for the INTAC program. These guides are durable, utilize visuals and minimal text, and represent data, information, and knowledge in a simple, easy-to-use format on various topics. They are issued to course attendees for use during deployments and OCONUS Temporary Duty Travels.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price purchase order)
- Intended Awardee: GAIA Communications LLC
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 19, 2026 (15 days from publication)
- Published: June 4, 2026
- Product Service Code: 7610 (Books And Pamphlets)
Evaluation
Responses received from interested firms will be evaluated. However, the determination by the Government to compete the proposed procurement based on these responses is solely at its discretion. If no responses are received, USACE will proceed with awarding the contract to GAIA Communications LLC.
Additional Notes
A formal solicitation will not be posted. Firms must provide sufficient detail in their written notification to demonstrate their ability to comply with the requirement.
Primary Contact: Giorgiana Chen, Giorgiana.Chen@usace.army.mil, 703-428-7131