Notice of Intent to Sole Source for EMSS FUDSChem Support Services
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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 United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Huntsville Engineering and Support Center (CEHNC) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Environmental Management System Support (EMSS) Formerly Used Defense Sites Chemical (FUDSChem) support services. This interim contract is intended for Environmental Synectics, LLC to ensure uninterrupted services while USACE completes acquisition planning for the follow-on EMSS III contract. Responses from interested parties are due by June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for data management tools and support services for the FUDSChem data processing system. This includes patches, upgrades, user support, and training. FUDSChem is a browser-based application for storing, analyzing, and reporting chemical data related to the Defense Environmental Restoration Program – FUDS (DERP-FUDS). The system processes environmental sampling, chemical analysis, and munitions and explosives of concern investigation data, which is then submitted to the Enterprise Chemistry (EChem) system. Technical expertise in environmental remediation and restoration is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Firm-Fixed Price contract anticipated for interim services)
- Proposed Contractor: Environmental Synectics, LLC
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (for potential competitive procurement if justified)
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: June 1, 2026
Justification & Evaluation
The sole source justification cites FAR 6.103-1(c)(2)(ii) for follow-on contracts for highly specialized services, where a break in service would result in unacceptable delays. Environmental Synectics, LLC is deemed capable of providing uninterrupted services due to existing knowledge, system access, security authorizations, and technical familiarity. This notice is for market research; responses will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible for the interim period. It is not a request for quotes and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.
Additional Information
- NAICS Code: 541620 – Environmental Consulting Services (Size Standard: $19M)
- Product Service Code: DG01 – IT and telecom - network support services (labor)
- Response Requirements: Submissions on company letterhead must include active SAM registration, UEI, credentials, qualifications, pricing data, point of contact, and business size/ownership status (e.g., large, small, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB).
- Contact: Robert Marsh (robert.g.marsh@usace.army.mil)