ABS Nautical Systems human resources software renewal

This government Request for Proposal (RFP) HC102826R0032, issued on April 20, 2026, by DISA/DITCO-SCOTT-PS83, seeks a sole-source acquisition for an ABS Nautical Systems HR Package Renewal. The package includes Crew Manager, Payroll Manager, HSQE for Crew Management, Nautical Systems Insight, and On-Demand Reporting Modules for a period of performance from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses with a NAICS code of 513210 and a size standard of $47 million. Offers are due by April 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Evaluation criteria focus on technical acceptability (quotation from OEM or authorized reseller, complete pricing, and FAR/DFAR representations, valid SAM registration, and satisfaction of entire requirement) and price reasonableness. The document also details clauses incorporated by reference and full text, including those related to inverted domestic corporations, delinquent tax liability, small business program representations, unique item identification, and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions. Points of contact for the contracting officer and contract specialist are provided, along with guidelines for contract closeout and submitting credits.

The Brand Name Software Support Class J&A (JA26-010) outlines the procurement of software support for existing proprietary, commercial off-the-shelf software integrated within mission partner infrastructures. This class J&A, effective from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030, justifies brand-name-only acquisitions due to the essential nature of OEM-provided support for maintaining operability and compatibility with existing systems. It covers renewals of annual software support, including updates, upgrades, fixes, and patches, but excludes new software licenses. Procurements will be firm-fixed-price contracts or delivery orders issued to authorized OEM resellers through various contract vehicles like NASA SEWP, Army CHESS, GSA FSS, or the open market via beta.SAM.gov. Market research will be conducted for each requirement to ensure only brand-name support meets agency needs, and competition will be maximized among authorized resellers. The justification outlines authorities for limiting sources under FAR 16.505(a)(4), FAR 8.405-6(b)(1), and FAR 6.302-1/DFARS 206.302-1. Price reasonableness will be determined at the individual contract level, with efforts to obtain additional discounts. The agency will continue to explore alternative solutions and promote competition if OEM intellectual property rights change or if previously acquired brand-name products are no longer required.