7A--Notice of Intent - Sole Source

The Environmental Protection Agency's Tribal & Science Division Water office has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the acquisition of the BaseSpace Correlation Engine under a Large Academic License. This presolicitation, identified by solicitation number 68HERW26Q0052, was posted on May 27, 2026, with responses due by June 4, 2026, at 8:30 PM. The contract falls under the NAICS code 513210, which relates to software publishing, and the procurement is being handled from the EPA’s office in Cincinnati, Ohio. This sole source notice indicates the EPA’s intent to directly contract for the specialized software solution, highlighting the importance of this tool for the agency's scientific work related to water resources. The point of contact for this opportunity is Kareen Mansfield, reachable by phone or email, providing a direct line for inquiries related to the procurement. Importantly, no set-aside status is indicated for this contract, suggesting it is open without specific small business or other preference designations. The opportunity underscores the need for advanced bioinformatics capabilities within the agency’s environmental research efforts.