# SAM #15UC0C23P00002189

ASQ Quality Improvement Training and Certification Sole Source Procurement

**Buyer:** UNICOR Colorado Business Office
**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Identifier:** 15UC0C23P00002189
**NAICS:** 611430

UNICOR (Federal Prison Industries, Inc.), part of the U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking to procure quality improvement training and certification services from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) on a sole source basis.
- Sole source procurement for ASQ licenses, memberships, exams, and handbooks
- Includes:
  - 350 Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) exams
  - 100 Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) exams
  - 100 CQI handbooks (part number H1639)
  - 10 CQIA handbooks (4th Edition)
  - Shipping to multiple locations
- ASQ is the only OEM/vendor mentioned; no other providers are considered
- NAICS code 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training)
- Period of performance: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (one-year term, annual renewal)
- Justification for sole source is provided in attached documentation
- Estimated contract value ranges from $170,000 to $180,000 based on itemized pricing
- Unique requirements: ASQ certifications and materials are only available directly from ASQ

### Description

<p>See attached justification. This is for orders 15UC0CP00002189 and 15UC0CP00002188</p>

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