The RSMeans CostWorks Calendar Year 2025 CD is a procurement initiative by the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) aimed at obtaining industry standard construction cost data for the year to aid in developing independent government cost estimates for various launch site construction projects, including those related to the Space Launch System. The data encompasses multiple construction disciplines such as structures, plumbing, electrical work, landscaping, and concrete masonry. The CD will be provided under a 20-seat site license arrangement, supporting KSC's project cost estimating capabilities. The performance period for this procurement spans from January 15, 2025, to January 14, 2026, with all activities to be conducted at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This initiative is vital for effective budget management and execution of construction tasks related to federal space programs.
NASA/NSSC seeks to procure the FY25 Renewal of RSMeans Costworks software through a sole source contract with R.S. MEANS COMPANY LLC, based on FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). This determination arises from the company's exclusive status as the provider of this software. The procurement will be managed by NASA at the Kennedy Space Center, under guidelines set forth in FAR Parts 12 and 13, with the NAICS code 513210 applicable. Organizations interested in this procurement are invited to submit their qualifications in writing to the designated contact by 3:00 p.m. CST on January 21, 2025. Responses will be assessed to decide the potential for competitive bidding, with the government retaining discretion on whether to proceed competitively. Oral submissions will not be accepted. Relevant details regarding the procurement ombudsman are available, along with contact information for the procurement specialist, Laura Quave. This announcement illustrates NASA's approach to acquiring specialized software while adhering to federal regulations and evaluation procedures.