--Research to be conducted by Dr. Pierre Balthazard, Professor, Arizona State University

The United States Military Academy intends to award a sole source purchase order to Dr. Pierre Balthazard of Arizona State University for neuroscience and leadership research utilizing a proprietary database unique to him. The contract value is approximately $23,900, justified under the statutory authority allowing other than full and open competition because Dr. Balthazard is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's specific requirements. The research aligns with NAICS code 541720, which pertains to research and development in the social sciences and humanities, with a size standard of $7 million. This notice is not a solicitation or request for quotations, and no competitive bidding will be conducted. The contracting office managing this acquisition operates under the Department of Defense, specifically at West Point, New York. The abbreviated notification period of 3 days, in place of the usual 45 days, was applied consistent with the referenced procedural note. This contract reflects a focused investment in specialized research that relies on exclusive resources held by Dr. Balthazard to fulfill the Military Academy’s research objectives.