D -- Bridge Data System Services

The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Job Corps plans to award a sole source bridge purchase order to Battelle Memorial Institute for statistical analysis services critical to maintaining the integrity of Job Corps performance reporting data systems. This contract covers the period from August 1 through August 26, 2007, and supports activities such as Common Measures reporting and performance-based service contracting. The bridge action ensures continuous availability of data reporting, integrity monitoring, and tracking of performance measures essential for Job Corps operations. This notice serves as an intent announcement rather than a solicitation for competitive proposals; no formal solicitation exists for this requirement. Interested parties may submit capability statements and pricing information within 12 days from the notice publication to be considered, though the government retains sole discretion on whether to proceed with competition. The contract falls under NAICS code 541512 and addresses support services related to data system management. For further information, contract specialists Sarah M Folino and Tova L Stein are listed as points of contact. This action primarily aims to prevent disruption in key reporting systems during the transition period.