Subsistence Internet Database - Upgrade Expana Licenses
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Subsistence has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition to upgrade its existing Expana Internet Database User Licenses from Advanced to Premium for 10 users. This action ensures continued access to a critical commercial, web-based food market intelligence platform supporting the Subsistence Prime Vendor Program.
Scope of Work
This modification upgrades the current Expana Internet Database User License from Advanced to Premium for 10 users. The platform provides essential capabilities including current item-level pricing, historical trends, market indexes, forecasts, and expert market insights. It also offers analytical tools necessary for assessing pricing shifts and making data-driven decisions in a dynamic commodity environment. The upgrade enhances the existing capabilities to a premium level.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Modification to existing Purchase Order SP4701-25-P-0064)
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DCSO PHILADELPHIA
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA, United States
- Original Base Period: September 30, 2025 – September 29, 2026
- Modification Period: June 5, 2026 through September 29, 2026 (for the increased value)
- Published: May 27, 2026
Eligibility & Justification
This action is a sole-source modification issued under FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source. Urner Barry Publications, Inc. (Expana Markets) is identified as the sole vendor capable of providing the required upgrade and maintenance due to the proprietary nature of the Expana software. DLA conducted market research, which confirmed the unique proprietary nature of Expana Markets for this specific requirement.
Submission & Evaluation
As this is a justification for a sole-source modification to an existing contract, it is not a solicitation for proposals. Therefore, traditional submission and evaluation criteria are not applicable.
Additional Notes
The upgrade is crucial for maintaining uninterrupted access to vital market data, which directly supports the Subsistence Prime Vendor Program. DLA has performed market research and intends to continue surveying the industry to identify potential opportunities for full and open competition in future requirements.