Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFHEADQUARTERS PROCUREMENT SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20585, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/e5ceb19f7d32487e9ebbde948af758a9/view
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    The U.S. Department of Energy, specifically the Office of Fossil Energy, intends to issue a sole source purchase order for membership with the Global Carbon Capture and Storage Institute (GCCSI) through December 31, 2025. This procurement aims to enhance the development, demonstration, and deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies globally, leveraging GCCSI's expertise in knowledge sharing, advocacy, and creating favorable conditions for CCS implementation. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill the requirements are invited to submit a capability statement to Kelley Vandecoevering at kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov within 15 days of the notice, as no solicitation will be made available for this requirement.

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