Project Information

Bid Title

Small Business Providers Software Publishing

Issuing Agency

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF

Location

Idaho

Published Date

Jun 4, 2026

Closing Date

Aug 4, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

INL-26-043

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Notice ID

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General Information

• Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
• Original Published Date: Jun 04, 2026 11:49 am MDT
• Original Response Date: Aug 04, 2026 11:59 pm MDT
• Inactive Policy: Manual
• Original Inactive Date: Aug 04, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification

• Original Set Aside:
• Product Service Code:
• NAICS Code:
  • 513210 - Software Publishers
• Place of Performance:
  Idaho Falls , ID 83415
  USA

Description

INTRODUCTION

Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA) Management & Operating Contractor of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) owned Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is seeking an Expression of Interest (EOI) from qualified small businesses certified under NAICS 513210, Software Publishers, in SAM.gov. Interested firms must be capable of providing commercially available software products, software licensing, updates, maintenance, and technical support solutions that meet INL’s operational and cybersecurity requirements.

BACKGROUND

INL is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory dedicated to nuclear energy, national security, and clean energy innovation. INL conducts research and operational activities requiring secure, compliant, and reliable software solutions. BEA is identifying qualified small businesses that can supply software products and related services which may include:

• Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software


• Software licensing and renewals


• Maintenance and update services


• Cybersecurity-compliant software solutions


• Technical support and product expertise

SCOPE OF WORK

The selected vendor may be responsible for:

• Providing software products, renewals, upgrades, and licensing management


• Supplying product specifications, technical documentation, and support resources


• Ensuring timely delivery, fulfillment, and software deployment capability


• Supporting configuration, troubleshooting, and compatibility inquiries


• Demonstrating compliance with INL cybersecurity, software acquisition, and federal procurement requirements


• Providing proof of software publisher authorization (where applicable)


• All interested small businesses must maintain an active SAM.gov registration and current certification for NAICS 513210

PROCESS

This EOI is the first step in identifying interested and qualified small businesses able to meet INL software acquisition needs. Responses may be used to inform the development of a formal solicitation list. Selected vendors may be invited to participate in a Request for Proposal (RFP) process for award consideration.

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Interested small businesses should submit an Expression of Interest that includes the following:

• Company name and point of contact


• Description of software products and solutions currently offered


• Relevant experience providing software products, licensing, or technical support services


• NAICS codes and business size classification


• Active SAM.gov registration status and verification of NAICS 513210 certification


• Authorization documentation for major software products (if applicable)


• Technical support capabilities and service model


• Availability, lead times, and fulfillment capacity

Deadline for submission: August 4, 2026

Submit to: Chase.Egbert@inl.gov

Only select respondents, as determined by BEA, will receive an invitation to participate in the anticipated RFP solicitation.

PROPRIETARY INFORMATION

Because information received in response to this EOI may be business sensitive or proprietary to the responding party, respondents must mark information in their responses accordingly.

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Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• 1955 N Fremont Avenue
• Idaho Falls , ID 83415
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• Chase Egbert
• chase.egbert@inl.gov

Secondary Point of Contact

History

• Jun 04, 2026 11:49 am MDTSources Sought (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC 70General Purpose Information Technology Equipment (including software).

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