This action will allow NSF to maintain its membership status and to pay Internet2 the access fee, in order to be able to connect to the Internet2 via the MAX GigaPop. Membership is necessary that NSF can collaborate in a variety of working groups, participate in strategic planning, and verify awards that are distributed via the network. The Period of Performance (POP) will be January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018.

The proposed contract action is for services for which the government intends to sponsor with only one source under the authority of FAR 12. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. This synopsis is for information purposes only.

Anticipated award date is estimated to be: December 15, 2017.