U--WASC renewal, sole source

This contract involves the renewal of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation dues through a sole source procurement, indicating that the Naval Postgraduate School is continuing its relationship with a specific provider without competitive bidding. The contract is identified by solicitation number N6227119Q1168 and was posted on August 22, 2019. It falls under the NAICS code 813910, which generally pertains to business associations, reflecting the nature of the accreditation service. The contract is managed by the Naval Postgraduate School, part of the Department of Defense, with its office located in Monterey, California. No set-aside specifications apply to this contract, emphasizing that it did not specifically target small or disadvantaged businesses. The effort is related to maintaining the institution’s accreditation status, an essential credential for its educational programs, ensuring continued recognition and compliance with academic standards.