Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Knowlegis Subscription

This is not a request for quotations or an announcement of a forthcoming solicitation, but merely notification of the National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) intent to issue, on a sole-source basis, a firm fixed-price purchase order to CQ Roll Call for access to their online subscription entitled "Knowlegis". Under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 6.302-1, the Contracting Officer has determined that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. "Knowlegis" is only available from its producer and manufacturer and not through dealers or distributors. The period of performance will be for twelve months, beginning June 28, 2014 through June 27, 2015, with an additional 2 options years, if exercised.

"Knowlegis" is an online suite of services that enables the NLRB to access the most complete and accurate congressional staff data, and to manage all interactions with legislators and congressional staff. This information is critical to NLRB staff, particularly the Agency's Congressional Liaison and Budget Officer who must communication with Congressional staffers on a daily basis.

A determination by the NLRB not to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the NLRB. Information received will be considered for the purposes of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The government does not intend to pay for information provided in response to this notice. Written responses to this notice shall contain sufficient documentation to establish a bona fide capability to fulfill this requirement. Responses shall be submitted by 3:00PM EDT on May 30, 2014. If the NLRB does not receive an acceptable response to this announcement by June 2, 2014, negotiations will be conducted with CQ Roll Call as the only source and a purchase order will be issued without any additional notices being posted.

All responses must be submitted via email to Delfina.St.Clair@nlrb.gov.