Notice of Intent to Sole Source: Diversity and Inclusion Training The Department of Energy (DOE) / Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) intends to issue a single source award, under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), Simplified Acquisitions, to Generationology, LLC of Arvada, CO for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Training mandated by both Federal and DOE Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Strategic Plans. The resulting contract is for continued D&I training services from the vendor that has been providing this type of services for DOE. The training is a logical follow-on to D&I training sessions previously provided to DOE Headquarters, other DOE components, and Power Marketing Administrations (PMAs). A single source is required to ensure consistency and continuity of training on D&I throughout WAPA and its five regional offices. The resulting procurement will be conducted in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 13. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 611430, and the size standard is $12M. This notice of intent is for information purposes only. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. No solicitation package will be publicly issued. All sources eligible to meet this requirement must respond in writing no later than the response date. Responsible sources may submit a capability statement in response to this requirement, which shall be considered by the Agency. Responses must be supported with clear and convincing evidence that clearly articulate the company's ability to satisfy the Government's requirements. If WAPA identifies no other capable sources by the response date, then a single source acquisition award will be made. A determination by the Government not to compete based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Inquiries will only be accepted via e-mail to Jermaine Villareal at
[email protected]. No telephone requests will be honored.