Sole source notice

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office has issued a Sole Source Notice for a federal contract opportunity. The notice indicates the agency's intent to award a Firm Fixed Price Contract directly to Elsevier without competitive bidding. This procurement action is being conducted under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, which allows for sole source procurement under specific circumstances. The contract opportunity is categorized under the Periodical Publishers NAICS code 513120 and was posted on May 30, 2025. The special notice represents a direct procurement method that bypasses traditional competitive solicitation processes.

Contractors who believe they can provide an equivalent service have the opportunity to challenge the sole source determination by submitting written correspondence to Nichole.e.stevens.civ@us.navy.mil. Any challenge must include comprehensive information demonstrating that an alternative service can meet the government's specific requirements. The government retains full discretion in evaluating these challenges and determining whether to proceed with the sole source award or consider competitive alternatives. While this notice is not a formal request for proposals or quotations, it provides transparency about the intended procurement approach. Potential contractors must provide sufficiently detailed information to enable the government to assess the viability of alternative services. The sole source notice emphasizes the government's commitment to ensuring the most appropriate procurement method is utilized while maintaining flexibility in its decision-making process.