Intent to Sole Source Subscription Requirement
ID: SP060424Q0405Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA ENERGYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060, USA

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Periodical Publishers (513120)

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NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4fb81e5624874dee89bf2f0189aabe90/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Energy), intends to award a Sole Source, Firm Fixed Price Contract for Platts Subscriptions, which will provide customized reports related to petroleum, the World Refinery Database (WRD), and distribution and shipment specifics. This procurement is critical for DLA Energy's operational needs, ensuring access to tailored information that supports their petroleum management and logistics functions. The contract is set for a twelve-month delivery period, from January 13, 2025, to January 12, 2026, and interested parties may challenge the sole source determination by submitting written challenges to the provided email address. For further inquiries, contact Tasha Piris at tasha.piris@dla.mil or call 571-296-0781.

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    Tasha Piris
    (571) 296-0781
    tasha.piris@dla.mil
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