A -- Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Procurement

The Department of Homeland Security's Office of Science and Technology Directorate plans to award a sole source contract to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) to secure membership in the Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable (GUIRR). This contract will be awarded without full and open competition, under the authority of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. NAS GUIRR membership will enable DHS to influence and lead key projects addressing national and economic security within the science and technology policy domain, leveraging pooled funding from various supporting agencies. Additionally, NAS GUIRR will provide vital administrative and logistical support for programs such as the Federal Demonstration Partnership and Partnerships for Emerging Research Institutions. This notice serves as an intent announcement and is not a solicitation for competitive bids, meaning it is not a formal Request for Proposal. The contract is managed by the Department of Homeland Security's Contract Administration Services Division, located in Washington, DC. Key contacts for this procurement include contract specialists Kristian F. Jovanovic and Jamala A. Jones, who can provide further information regarding the contract process. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 541690, which relates to other scientific and technical consulting services.