Altair Units LaRC Center Renewal FY25
ID: 80NSSC25888293QType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/25482851964b4cd6a37dee757705a88d/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking proposals for the renewal of leases and maintenance services for Altair Units at the Langley Research Center (LaRC) for Fiscal Year 2025. This procurement involves leasing 60 units of the Altair Enterprise Suite, 63 units of the Mechanical Engineer, and an additional 21 Mechanical Engineer units, along with maintenance coverage for 55 Enterprise Suite units, all critical for ongoing research and operations at LaRC. The exclusive use of Altair's software is justified due to its long-standing integration and compatibility with existing systems, emphasizing the necessity of this procurement to avoid operational disruptions. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by November 18, 2024, and can contact Shanna Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov for further details, referencing tracking number 80NSSC25888293Q in their correspondence.

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    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037014 Tab 04 4 SOW..pdf
    NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) is seeking renewal of leases and maintenance for Altair Units to ensure continued operation. The requirements include leasing 60 units of the Altair Enterprise Suite, 63 units of the Mechanical Engineer, and an additional 21 Mechanical Engineer units, along with maintenance coverage for 55 Enterprise Suite units. The chosen vendor will be responsible for these lease and maintenance services at LaRC located in Hampton, VA. The period of performance for this procurement spans from December 22, 2024, to December 21, 2025. This request aligns with standard government practices for acquiring necessary tools and services to support ongoing research and operations.
    SATPC0037014 Tab 06 BNJ..pdf
    The document outlines a recommendation from NASA's Shared Services Center to solicit exclusively from Altair Engineering, Inc. for Altair Units Lease and Maintenance Renewals, highlighting the critical need for their software to continue operations at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC). The justification emphasizes that LaRC has utilized Altair's pre and post-processing software for over 15 years, achieving significant efficiency and compatibility with existing systems, including LS-DYNA and Pro Engineer. The intended performance period for the procurement is from December 22, 2024, to December 21, 2025, with an estimated total cost yet to be determined. The document argues that using another vendor would lead to a work stoppage and increased costs due to the challenges of finding comparable software that integrates seamlessly within NASA's existing operational framework. This specialized need underscores the impracticality of competition and reinforces the necessity of exclusive procurement from Altair to meet project requirements effectively.
    SATPC0037014 Tab 10 RFQ Open Market Template.pdf
    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) invites bids in response to Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80NSSC25888293Q for the Altair Units LaRC Center Renewal for Fiscal Year 2025. The RFQ outlines specific submission requirements, including the need for a CAGE/UEI code, delivery terms (FOB destination), delivery timeframe, and contact information. Quotes must be submitted by November 18, 2024, at 7 a.m. CT. This procurement is designated for small businesses, and all offerors must register on SAM.gov for eligibility. Key sections in the RFQ include a Statement of Work, instructions for offerors, solicitation provisions, and clauses/terms and conditions that elaborate on compliance requirements. Notably, contractors must adhere to provisions regarding reporting on telecommunications and child labor, and confirm compliance with various representation requirements concerning ownership, operations in Sudan, and contracting restrictions relating to Iran. The RFQ emphasizes its commitment to legal and ethical standards, ensuring transparency and due diligence in contract awards to support NASA's mission through proper vendor engagement.
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