U--Membership for Building Industry Associations

The Department of Veterans Affairs' Construction & Facilities Management office awarded a sole source, firm fixed-price contract to the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) for membership and sponsorship services. The contract, valued at $938,066, covers a base period plus four option years and was awarded under statutory authority that allows for other than full and open competition due to the specialized nature of the services and the federal statute governing building-related program support. This authority is grounded in federal acquisition regulations and specific U.S. Code provisions which authorize federal agencies to contract directly with NIBS for certain building industry services. The contract supports the Department of Veterans Affairs' initiatives related to building and construction programs, enabling access to NIBS's expertise and industry representation. It emphasizes that this award follows a sole source approach without a competitive solicitation, reflecting statutory encouragement for agencies to work with the Institute. The contracting office is located in Washington, DC, with designated points of contact available for administration. The contract falls under the NAICS code 611710, which pertains to educational services, underscoring the collaborative nature of this partnership focused on advancing industry standards and knowledge within federal building projects.