B--Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to the University of Tulsa.

The Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service (MMS), plans to award a fixed-price, sole source contract to the University of Tulsa for continued involvement in the Joint Industry Project (JIP), specifically the Tulsa University Fluid Flow Projects (TUFFP). This contract, valued at $40,000 annually for three years, supports applied research focused on the study of multiphase flow in pipelines relevant to oil and gas production and transportation. The award is non-competitive and is being made under FAR 6(a)(2)(ii), reflecting MMS's intent to continue this collaboration without soliciting competitive bids. Although this notice is primarily for informational purposes and not a solicitation for competitive quotes, any information submitted within five days of the notice will be considered by the Government, which retains sole discretion in deciding whether to proceed with a sole source award. Questions regarding this contract must be submitted via fax or email to the designated MMS contact, Sharon Teger, and will not be accepted or acknowledged through telephone inquiries. The contract administration is managed by the Acquisition Management Division of the Department of the Interior, with the office located in Sterling, VA.