Opportunity

SAM #19AQMM26C0623

Sole-Source Bridge Contract for Foreign Service Officer Testing Administration

Buyer

Bureau of Administration Acquisitions Division

Posted

August 04, 2026

Identifier

19AQMM26C0623

NAICS

541910, 611710

This opportunity concerns a sole-source bridge contract for Foreign Service Officer testing administration by the U.S. Department of State. - The contract is with NCS Pearson, Inc. (PearsonVUE) for uninterrupted delivery of validated written examinations. - Tests covered include FSOT, FSST, CFPT, DTOT, and DST. - The bridge contract ensures continuity of mission-critical testing services for diplomatic staffing worldwide. - The period of performance extends through June 9, 2026, with a follow-on competitive contract anticipated by June 9, 2027. - No specific product part numbers or quantities are listed; the focus is on service delivery. - Sole-source justification is based on the need for uninterrupted testing during transition to a competitive award. - No other OEMs or vendors are named; PearsonVUE is the only provider referenced. - Potential competitors may include other major testing and assessment companies for the follow-on contract.

Description

Foreign Service Officer Testing Administration. See J&A attached. 

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