Sole Source Special Notice - 693JK426Q600002
Overview
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PSC
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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 Transportation (DOT), Office of the Secretary, has issued a Sole Source Special Notice for a planned acquisition of a three-year subscription to Politico Pro services. This acquisition, valued at approximately $170,700.00 for twenty (20) users, is intended to continue existing services. Other capable entities are invited to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by April 9, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope
The Office of the Under Secretary for Transportation Policy Resource Directorate requires a three-year subscription to Politico Pro, covering a Base Year and two Option Years (approximately April 10, 2026, through April 9, 2029). This service provides specialized legislative and policy news coverage, which DOT considers unique and essential for its operations. The agency has made a significant investment in customizing the service to meet its specific needs.
Contract Details
- Type: Special Notice (planned Sole-Source Acquisition)
- Estimated Value: Approximately $170,700.00
- Duration: One Base Year and two Option Years (3 years total)
- Users: Twenty (20)
- Product/Service Code: 7630 (Newspapers And Periodicals)
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC
- Set-Aside: None specified
Response Details
This procurement is planned as a sole-source award to Politico Pro under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) / FAR 6.302-1(a). However, any entity other than Politico Pro that believes it can fully meet DOT’s needs and requirements is encouraged to submit a Statement of Qualifications.
Submission Instructions
Statements of Qualifications must be emailed to Melinda.Riddick@dot.gov and Tammi.Daniels@dot.gov no later than 12:00 PM Eastern Time on April 9, 2026.