In accordance with FAR 6.302-1, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office intends to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price Contract to John Wiley and Sons, Inc.

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office plans to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to John Wiley and Sons, Inc. for the LPI Online 360 Assessment service, following the authority outlined in FAR 6.302-1. This action signifies that the contract will not be competed, as it is intended to be awarded directly to this specific vendor due to their unique capability or product offering. Interested parties are informed that this notice is not a solicitation for proposals or quotations, but any challenges to the sole source determination must be submitted in writing to the specified contact. Such challenges should provide sufficient evidence of an equivalent product that meets the government’s stated requirements, enabling the government to consider whether to open the requirement for competition. The contract is identified by solicitation number N0018921QG004 and falls under NAICS code 611710, which pertains to educational services. The contracting office is located in Norfolk, Virginia, within the Department of Defense. The government retains full discretion regarding whether to proceed with competition based on any challenges received. The LPI Online 360 Assessment service is anticipated to be procured on a firm fixed price basis, ensuring a set cost for the government. This approach reflects the requirement for a specific service provider, emphasizing the unique nature or specialized expertise of John Wiley and Sons, Inc. in fulfilling this contract need.