Bridge Contract for Contract Administration and Closeout Support Services

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s Office of Administration is executing a sole-source, fixed-price bridge contract with OCT Consulting LLC to ensure uninterrupted contract administration and closeout support services during a critical transition period. The contract, issued under solicitation number 47QRAA20D0035-31310026F0034 and awarded on May 1, 2026, is justified under FAR 6.302 and GSAR 538.7104-3 due to unique circumstances including the aftermath of a federal government shutdown and the ongoing Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, which necessitates 8(a) competitions for acquisitions under $5.5 million. OCT Consulting LLC, an active 8(a) participant and small business, is the incumbent contractor with non-transferable NRC security clearances and unparalleled institutional knowledge of the NRC’s contract writing systems and policies, making any transition to a new provider impractical without risking operational disruption. The base performance period runs from May 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, with a single three-month option period extending through January 31, 2027, for a total estimated value of $750,087.30. Services include contract modifications, financial reconciliations, de-obligation actions, file reviews, and final closeouts per NRC guidelines and RFO deviation 4.308-2, all performed at the agency’s office in Rockville, Maryland. The contract leverages GSA Schedule rates for fair and reasonable pricing and requires compliance with Revised 508 Standards for ICT accessibility. The Contracting Officer’s Representative, Raissa Forakis, will oversee performance, with final acceptance resting with the Government. No competitive evaluation factors were applied, as the award was based solely on the contractor’s unique qualifications and the need for continuity. Market research confirmed no other qualified 8(a) firms could meet the urgent requirements, and no packaging, invoicing, or FOB details were specified beyond the requirement for compliance with federal procurement systems. The contract’s structure and justification reflect an emergency measure to maintain essential administrative functions while a competitive follow-on procurement is prepared.