Sole Source Special Notice - 693JK426Q600002

The Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Under Secretary for Transportation Policy Resource Directorate, intends to award a sole-source contract for a three-year subscription to Politico Pro services. This planned acquisition covers twenty users and is structured with one base year and two option years, carrying an estimated aggregate grand total value of approximately $170,700.00. The requirement is classified under NAICS 513110 for Newspaper Publishers and PSC 7630 for Newspapers and Periodicals.

The primary place of performance for this requirement is Washington, DC. While the agency intends to award the contract to Politico Pro, other entities that believe they can meet the department's requirements for thoroughness and quality may submit a Statement of Qualifications for consideration. These statements must be emailed to Contracting Officer Melinda Riddick and Tammi Daniels by the response deadline of 12:00 PM Eastern Time on April 9, 2026.

This Special Notice, identified by solicitation number 693JK426Q600002, does not include a set-aside (NONE/NONE). The notice was published on April 7, 2026, and includes one attachment titled SOLE SOURCE Special Notice.pdf. Detailed instructions regarding the specific needs and requirements of the Department of Transportation are contained within that supporting documentation.