U--Notice of Intent to Sole Source National Academy of Sciences (NAS) Transportati
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 Energy (DOE), National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a purchase order to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) Transportation Research Board (TRB). This intent is for access to TRB research records and online databases to support NETL's energy efficient research projects. NETL believes NAS TRB is the only known source capable of providing this service. Interested parties must provide evidence of their capability by February 20, 2026, 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for access to the Transportation Research Board (TRB) research records and TRB online databases. This access is crucial for NETL to aid in its energy efficient research projects.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Purchase Order)
- Duration: One-year base period with four (4) one-year option periods
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: February 5, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent, not a request for quote/proposal. Any interested party believing they can meet NETL's requirement must provide written evidence of their capability. This information will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete is solely within its discretion.
Additional Notes
Responses must be submitted in writing via email to the Contract Specialist, Arturo Manantan, at arturo.manantan@netl.doe.gov. Telephone responses and requests will not be accepted.