T--Journal Publication
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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
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Sole Source Justification for a noncompetitive, firm fixed-price award to the American Chemical Society (ACS). This action is for the publication of eight (8) USGS manuscripts in the Energy & Fuels Scientific Results Volume (SRV) under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. The anticipated award date is on or about January 27, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This justification outlines the rationale for awarding a contract to ACS for Reproduction Services (T012), specifically the publication of USGS research. The service involves a one-time publication of eight manuscripts, ensuring immediate open access in compliance with Executive Orders and the OSTP Public Access Policy. The unique requirement is to host a comprehensive, project-managed collection of gas hydrate research, allowing for coordinated publication and integration of interrelated papers, which ACS Energy & Fuels is uniquely positioned to provide.
Contract Details
- Type: Noncompetitive, Firm Fixed-Price Award
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) (Sole Source Justification for Acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold)
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about January 27, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
Justification & Market Research
The justification details that ACS Energy & Fuels offers a unique platform capable of hosting a cohesive collection of gas hydrate research, unlike other journals that typically follow a continuous publication model, which would fragment the research. Market research identified seven other journals, but none offered a comparable program-focused collection. A Sources Sought notice was issued and yielded no responses. The USGS plans that future large-scale projects will undergo a journal competition process.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Mindie Dixon at mdixon@usgs.gov or (303) 236-9333.