Proposed Sole Source with Everblue Training

The Colorado Energy Office is proceeding with a sole source procurement to engage Everblue Training for unlimited access to its online learning platform, which provides IREC-accredited, weatherization-specific training modules integrated with the NREL Badging System. This acquisition, solicited under NPSS1-EFAA-2026000211-1 and posted on May 20, 2026, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026, is justified on the basis that no other vendor offers the same combination of industry-recognized training content, unlimited user access at a fixed annual rate, and direct integration with the NREL credentialing system, which is essential for the Colorado Weatherization Assistance Program. The estimated contract value is $210,000 for a two-year base period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a single one-year option to extend through June 30, 2028, at an additional $105,000, bringing the total potential value to $315,000. The contract is not subject to competitive evaluation as no alternatives meet the unique technical requirements, and the NAICS code 611430 applies to this professional training service. All services are delivered remotely via digital platform, with no physical deliverables, packaging, inspection, or marking requirements. The contracting office is located in Denver, Colorado, with Michael Whalen designated as the buyer and Tara Larwick as the procurement official; Jon Boggiano of Everblue Training is the designated vendor contact. No formal FAR clauses, CLINs, or Section K certifications are included, as this is a state-level procurement governed by Colorado statute §24-103-205. Responsive offers from other vendors must be submitted in writing to Sara Graf at sara.graf@state.co.us by the deadline, and all submissions must be sent via email to DPA_OSCRequests@state.co.us using the standardized Sole Source Request form with supporting documentation.