7A--UTC Membership Renewal

The Western Area Power Administration's Corporate Service Office plans to execute a sole source purchase order for membership with the Utilities Technology Council (UTC) for the calendar year 2026, with options to extend membership annually through 2030. The initial period of performance spans from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. This procurement will follow the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) under FAR Part 12 and is not open to competitive quotes. However, responsible sources may submit capability statements within five calendar days from the notice's publication date, detailing their ability to meet the government's requirements. The agency retains full discretion to decide whether to compete based on these responses. The solicitation, identified by number 89503026QWA000271, was posted on December 12, 2025, under NAICS code 541519 and is managed by the Western Area Power Administration's Corporate Services Office, part of the Department of Energy, located in Lakewood, Colorado. Questions and capability statements should be directed to Amber Myers, Contract Specialist, who serves as the primary contact for this acquisition. The procurement involves renewing UTC membership, emphasizing a continued partnership with the council to support the agency's operational and technical needs over multiple years without initiating a competitive bidding process.