Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Consortium for Acquisition Development (HCAD) - Notice of Termination of Acquisition

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Headquarters has issued a Special Notice announcing the termination of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Consortium for Acquisition Development (HCAD) initiative. The termination stems from the repeal of Executive Order 14035, which previously governed Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives in the federal workforce. The notice, dated January 22, 2025, was filed under the Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services NAICS category. NASA Headquarters has mandated the immediate discontinuation of all related DEIA programs and efforts across federal agencies. The special notice signals a significant shift in federal contracting approaches concerning diversity and inclusion initiatives.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to formally communicate the cancellation of the HBCU HCAD acquisition effort and provide clarity to potential contractors about the cessation of related programs. No specific eligibility criteria or contractor participation instructions are outlined in this termination notice. The notice effectively halts any ongoing or planned efforts that were previously supported under the now-repealed Executive Order 14035. Contractors and interested parties are advised that the HBCU HCAD program will not proceed further, and all associated initiatives must be immediately discontinued. The termination applies broadly across federal agencies and represents a comprehensive rescission of previous diversity-focused acquisition strategies. Contracting officers and potential vendors should review the attached termination notification for complete details about the program's cancellation.