The document N0016725Q0012 is a solicitation for the procurement of Tecplot Software by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD). It is announced under the authority of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), highlighting a sole-source procurement to Tecplot, Inc. The software license type is designated as fixed-price and requires four perpetual licenses to be delivered to the NSWCCD in West Bethesda, Maryland. Interested parties may submit a capabilities statement by October 29, 2024, although the notice explicitly states that it is not a request for competitive quotes.
The document includes various clauses and provisions related to federal regulations, including the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and provisions for small business representation. It establishes the NAICS code for this procurement as 513210, with specific size standards for small businesses. The document is structured in a formal manner reflecting conventional federal contract documents, including detailed requirements for submission and compliance, while also addressing various regulatory representations pertaining to business operations and material sourcing. Overall, the solicitation emphasizes government procurement processes and regulatory compliance, reflecting the preferences for small business engagement and offering insight into governmental contracting practices.
The memorandum outlines a Sole Source/Brand Name Justification for the acquisition of Tecplot software licenses under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD). It establishes that, according to FAR regulations, the Contracting Officer can solicit proposals from a single source when warranted. Tecplot software is essential for analyzing complex data from computational fluid dynamics (CFD) projects, with the need for four perpetual licenses specified. The justification emphasizes that Tecplot is the sole supplier of the required software, as no comparable alternatives exist that can effectively handle Tecplot's file formats without requiring significant changes to existing production software. This would disrupt ongoing projects related to various naval systems, including UUVs and submarines. The memorandum concludes with the necessary signatures for technical certification and approval under federal procurement regulations, highlighting the unique position of Tecplot as the exclusive provider of the required tools for mission-critical analysis and compliance with sponsorship requirements.