Sole Source Posting

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk Office has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to TERABASE, Inc. This notice is published in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, which governs sole source procurements, and falls under the NAICS category for Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services. The procurement involves the renewal of 15 web-based technical research site user licenses with support services valued under $250,000. The contracting opportunity is classified under PSC code 7H20 for IT and Telecom platform products including database and middleware solutions. The Navy emphasizes that this notice is not a request for proposals or quotations but rather a formal announcement of their sole source acquisition intent.

The purpose of this sole source procurement is to renew existing web-based technical research licenses that enable CNSL account subscribers to access linked databases for ship parts and material research, ensuring continuity with current government programs like the Allowance Parts Listing (APL) and Allowance Equipment Listing (AEL). Any challenges to this sole source determination must be submitted in writing to Charles.d.bell14.civ@us.navy.mil by July 29, 2025, and must include sufficient information demonstrating that an equivalent service exists that could meet the government's stated requirements. The justification for sole source selection is based on the need for system compatibility and the potential high costs associated with transitioning to a different contractor's software, which would require significant initial licensing fees and system adaptations. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete this requirement based on any responses received. Contractors challenging this determination must prove their ability to provide equivalent services that interface seamlessly with existing government systems and programs.