Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source purchase order to Mary Ann Liebert Inc. for various publications, including "3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing," "Astrobiology," "Soft Robotics," and "The CRISPR Journal." This is not a request for competitive proposals; the NRL has determined that Mary Ann Liebert Inc. is the only responsible source. The procurement falls under NAICS code 513210 (Small) and FSC/PSC code R605. The purchase will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding $250,000. Interested parties may submit their capabilities to respond to this requirement, but any competition would need to demonstrate clear advantages to the Government. The decision to conduct a competitive procurement remains at the Government's discretion, and no reimbursement will be provided for submitted information. The Notice of Intent number is N00173-26-Q-1301284136.