U099 - SOLE SOURCE - Columbia University Executive Development Program
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Mechanicsburg Office, intends to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price contract to The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York. This contract is for four (4) Captains to attend the university's Executive Development Program. Challenges to this sole source must be received by May 1, 2026, at 05:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers tuition for four (4) students to attend the "Executive Development Program - Leading Into the Future" at Columbia University. The program is scheduled to run from May 11, 2026, through May 22, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (as per document summary), justified as Sole Source
- Product/Service Code: U099 (Other Education And Training Services)
- Place of Performance: New York, NY, United States
- Response Due: May 01, 2026, 05:00 PM ET
- Published: April 29, 2026
Evaluation
This action is justified as a sole source award because the Captains, who are among the busiest personnel, selected this specific session at Columbia University as meeting their needs. Any challenges to this sole source must be submitted in writing and include information sufficient to demonstrate an equivalent service that would meet the Government's stated needs. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement based on responses is at their sole discretion.
Additional Notes
The solicitation number is N0018926QW145. The Contracting Officer is Kaitlin O'Brien.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Kaitlin O'Brien
- Email: kaitlin.n.obrien.civ@us.navy.mil