Source Sought Leadership Research Assistant Support Services

This pre-solicitation notice seeks capabilities statements from companies interested in providing leadership research assistant support services on behalf of the Historical Office of the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Interested parties must have at least a master's degree in history, political science, international relations or a closely related field by September 2021, as well as extensive background and experience of at least 2 years in the history of national security policy, conflicts, and foreign affairs. Responses are due by June 28, 2021 and must include information on similar past performance, company details, NAICS codes, socio-economic classifications, and references.

There is no set-aside designated for this procurement. The estimated contract value is $300,000-$325,000 with a NAICS code of 541720 for research and development in the social sciences and humanities. Special security clearance requirements include the ability to obtain an interim Top Secret clearance within eleven months and maintain access to TS/SCI, NATO, CNWDI, and Q information for the duration of the contract. Respondents must have a DUNS and CAGE code and be able to perform the services for the DoD as needed over the next year.