Intent to Sole Source - University of Valencia, Spain

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source Purchase Order to the University of Valencia in Spain. The opportunity is being pursued under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, which allows for a single source procurement when no other suppliers can satisfy agency requirements. Specifically, the USITC seeks technical expert consultant services related to a unique database previously constructed with assistance from Professor Jordi Paniagua. The Special Notice, posted on June 4, 2025, with a response deadline of June 9, 2025, is primarily informational and not a competitive solicitation. The contracting officer for this opportunity is Alisha Hunt, who can be contacted via email for any potential information submissions.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to update the Commission's Multinational Revenue, Employment, and Investment Database (MREID), which is critical for producing quantitative analysis to meet statutory obligations under 19 U.S.C. 1332(g). The sole source justification is predicated on Professor Paniagua's unique and specialized knowledge of the original database's construction, with USITC staff acknowledging that while other academics might have general database skills, only Paniagua possesses the specific expertise required for this update. Contractors should note that this is not a competitive procurement, and the government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the action. The opportunity falls under the NAICS category 54169 for Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services and PSC category R499 for Professional Support Services. Interested parties are advised that telephonic inquiries are strongly discouraged, and any information must be submitted via email to the contracting officer within five days of the notice's posting date.