NCMA World Congress 2026
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), under the Department of Commerce, has issued a Presolicitation notice of intent to award a sole source Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order to the National Contract Management Association (NCMA). This contract is for the NCMA World Congress 2026 event, to be held in Orlando, FL.
Scope of Work
The contract will cover services related to the NCMA World Congress 2026. Performance is anticipated to occur from July 26, 2026, to July 30, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Procurement Method: Sole Source (RFO FAR Part 12)
- Anticipated Contractor: National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
- NAICS Code: 611430 – Professional and Management Development Training
- Product Service Code: U005 – Tuition, Registration, And Membership Fees
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Performance Period: July 26, 2026 – July 30, 2026
- Published Date: May 8, 2026
Response Information
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation will be issued. Any party interested in submitting questions or concerns regarding this notice or NOAA's intent to sole source may contact the Contracting Officer, Pierre Smith (pierre.s.smith@noaa.gov), by 4:00 PM Eastern Time on May 22, 2026. NOAA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.