Notice of Intent to Sole Source

THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS OR QUOTES. This is a notice of the Government's intent to issue a sole source award.

Washington Headquarters Services, Acquisition Directorate intends to issue a firm fixed price contract to Gemba Academy LLC (13000 Beverly Park Road, Mukilteo, WA 98275) on a sole source basis under authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

Description of Services Required:

Gemba Academy LLC provides high quality computer-based Lean and Six Sigma training. Gemba Academy LLC is the exclusive provider of the Gemba Academy Global License Software, which provides access to online Lean and Six Sigma training for all employees Department of Defense (DoD) wide through the Office of the Deputy Chief Management Officer (DCMO). Gemba Academy LLC is the only one known U.S. company that provides a commercial version of the Gemba Academy Global License Software and the maintenance support for the Gemba Academy Global License Software; no other software than Gemba Academy Global License will satisfy agency requirements. There are no known authorized resellers and Gemba Academy is the owner of all content and proprietary information related to the Gemba Academy Global License Software.

The period of performance is twelve (12) months base, pluse three (3) option periods of twelve (12) months each.

The total value of this requirement is approximately $200,000.00.

If, after reading this notice, you feel that your company can provide this product, please provide a brief statement of capabilities no later than the closing date specified via email to Steven A. Novotny at steven.a.novotny.civ@mail.mil.