Intent to sole source to OCLC inc. For OCLC access

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Mission and Installation Contracting Command Fort Eustis intends to sole source perpetual license business application software to OCLC Inc. for OCLC access services. This procurement falls under the Software Publishers NAICS category (513210) and the IT and Telecom Business Application Software PSC code (7A21). The government's intent to sole source indicates that OCLC Inc. has been identified as the only suitable source for this requirement, likely due to proprietary technology or unique capabilities that meet the government's specific needs. While the solicitation notice does not explicitly detail comprehensive evaluation criteria or technical requirements, the announcement serves as formal notification of the procurement intent. The solicitation was posted on March 27, 2026, with a response due date of March 31, 2026, providing a four-day window for stakeholders to submit comments or protests regarding the sole source award decision.

No set-aside designations apply to this procurement, meaning the contract is open to all qualified vendors without preferences for small businesses or other disadvantaged categories. OCLC Inc. is identified as the intended awardee for this contract, reflecting the government's determination that this firm possesses exclusive capability or rights necessary to fulfill the requirement. The solicitation notice does not specify an award value or budget range, nor does it provide detailed information regarding contract quantity, duration, or timeline for service delivery. The place of performance is identified as West Point, New York 10996, suggesting that the OCLC access services will support operations or requirements at the United States Military Academy or nearby Army installations in the region.