Award
BPA Call #70RSAT26FC0000025
Peer and Merit Review Services Awarded to Oak Ridge Associated Universities
Buyer
Office of Procurement Operations
Award Amount
$500,730.35
Ceiling
$500,730.35
Awarded
September 29, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 29, 2026 – Sep 28, 2027
Identifier
70RSAT26FC0000025
NAICS
541611
This award represents a new order under a long-standing Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide peer and merit review services. The contract, awarded to Oak Ridge Associated Universities, Incorporated—a consortium known for managing scientific and educational projects—focuses on delivering expert evaluation services vital for maintaining the integrity and quality of research programs. These services support the agency's mission by ensuring rigorous review processes, thereby enhancing scientific outcomes and public trust. The contract covers a one-year period of performance, during which the recipient will execute comprehensive review activities as defined in the BPA. This specific order was competitively sourced under the umbrella BPA, continuing the established partnership between the agency and Oak Ridge Associated Universities. The award was recently made and reflects an ongoing commitment to excellence in peer review, directly impacting research oversight in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. No key subcontractors or additional acquisition programs were noted for this contract.
Description
NEW ORDER UNDER 70RSAT25A00000001 PEER AND MERIT REVIEW SERVICES (OPTION PERIOD ONE)