This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Agriculture was posted on September 18, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.
VocBench Support and NALTerms Integration
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Solicitation 1232SA26Q1461 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service for VocBench support and NALTerms integration. The contract aims to provide the National Agricultural Library with technical support, maintenance, and enhancement of the VocBench open-source platform, which serves as the primary editorial interface for NALTerms. Key objectives include migrating the system from a sandbox environment to NAL-managed cloud servers within one year of award, providing ongoing operational support for approximately 10 users, and delivering refresher training. The requirement also includes an optional provision for up to five days of professional services and development annually. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price award consisting of a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, with a total duration not to exceed five years. The period of performance is scheduled from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2031. While the acquisition is listed as an unrestricted requirement under NAICS code 541511, documentation indicates a justification for a sole-source award to Lore Star S.R.L. based on their specialized technical knowledge as the incumbent contractor. Award decisions will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, evaluating offerors on their technical approach and past performance. All quotations must be submitted electronically by the deadline of September 22, 2026.
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Place of Performance
Beltsville, MD, 20705, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
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Full Description
Contact Information Primary Point of Contact updated to Richard Hawthorne.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1461 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for VocBench Support and NALTerms Integration consisting of one (1) one-year base period and four (4) one-year option periods and an Optional Item - Professional Services / Development; up to five (5) days in accordance with requirements as outlined in attached Statement of Work (SOW). The total duration of this contract shall not exceed five (5) years..
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541511. The small business size standard is $34.0 Mil. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Amendment issued to revised the SOW, revised the CLINS, answer questions, and extent the due date for quotes. Please see new attachments.
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