Defense Science Board (DSB) Summer Study Support Services
ID: HQ003423P0099Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/55cae39b0ec649deb5ed9058f5f8b95b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services, is seeking sole source support services for the Defense Science Board (DSB) Summer Study. This procurement involves a 10-month firm-fixed-price contract to provide professional analytical and administrative support services for the DSB and its Office while a re-compete is underway. The services are critical as they are currently available from only one responsible source, ensuring that the agency's specific needs are met without interruption. Interested parties can reach out to Nia Holloway at nia.m.holloway.civ@mail.mil or Eric Darby at eric.u.darby.civ@mail.mil for further inquiries, noting that this notice is not a request for proposals or quotes.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nia Holloway
    nia.m.holloway.civ@mail.mil
    Eric Darby
    eric.u.darby.civ@mail.mil
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    A04 TAB D JA Sole Source.pdf
    The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a sole source justification to award a 10-month firm-fixed-price contract worth approximately $2 million to Strategic Analysis, Inc. to provide critical support services for the Defense Science Board (DSB) while a competitive recompete is conducted. The contract is necessary to maintain continuity of operations without interruption, given the unique expertise required and the insufficient time to transition to a new contractor. The DSB's services are essential for addressing urgent technology challenges within the DoD, making this action crucial to avoid delays that could impact national security.
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