NNSA Limited Sources Justification
ID: 89233123FNA400496Type: Justification
AwardedApr 28, 2023
Award #:GS00F243CA
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFNNSA NON-MO CNTRCTNG OPS DIVALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87185, USA

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ENERGY R&D SERVICES; ENERGY SUPPLY; BASIC RESEARCH (AG11)
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    The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is issuing a Limited Sources Justification for a federal contract opportunity. This procurement is aimed at securing specialized services related to energy research and development, energy supply, and basic research, as outlined in the attached documentation. The services sought are critical for advancing the NNSA's mission and ensuring the effective management of energy-related projects. Interested parties can reach out to Michael Thomey at michael.thomey@nnsa.doe.gov for further details regarding this opportunity, which is based in Washington, DC, ZIP code 20585.

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    The U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has authorized a three-month extension of Technical Analytical Support from Mele Associates, Inc., due to their unique capabilities and ongoing involvement in the project. The extension, valued at approximately $75,000, is necessary while the requirement is being competed under a larger Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) and includes a potential additional three-month option in case of disputes. Limited market research was conducted, confirming that Mele is the only vendor that can fulfill the immediate needs without risking disruption to project timelines.
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