HyperWorks Annual Network License
ID: 80NSSC25892221QType: Special Notice
Overview

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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)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ca0dc257eede443b995085c4701b364c/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to acquire an Annual Network License for HyperWorks through a sole source contract with Altair Engineering, Inc., the exclusive provider of this software. This procurement is essential for NASA's ongoing mechanical engineering projects and will support the agency's reliance on Altair's software solutions, which are critical for various federal engineering applications. Interested organizations are invited to submit their qualifications by 1 p.m. CST on January 9, 2025, with inquiries directed to Cara Craft at cara.s.craft@nasa.gov. The procurement will be conducted in accordance with FAR regulations, emphasizing the importance of compliance in the acquisition process.

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    Cara Craft
    cara.s.craft@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037320 Tab 04 4 SOW_Redacted.pdf
    This document outlines the terms for the 26th annual lease renewal from Altair Engineering, Inc. for 189 Altair Units of Mechanical Engineer, designated as Product Code AU-ME-STD-AN. The lease period is set to commence on March 3, 2025, and conclude on March 2, 2026. The renewal indicates a continued reliance on Altair's software solutions for mechanical engineering applications, highlighting the importance of this software within federal or state projects that require ongoing contractual commitments for engineering tools. This lease renewal signifies the government's continued investment in necessary technology to support engineering operations and projects.
    SATPC0037320 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM Posting.pdf
    NASA/NSSC is seeking to acquire an Annual Network License for HyperWorks through a sole source contract with ALTAIR ENGINEERING INC., recognized as the only provider for this product. The procurement will be conducted in accordance with FAR 12 and FAR 13 regulations, specifically under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) for sole sourcing. The procurement office will be at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), with the NAICS Code identified as 513210. Interested organizations are invited to submit their qualifications by 1 p.m. CST on January 9, 2025. These submissions will be evaluated to decide on the necessity of competitive procurement. However, the government retains the discretion to determine whether to proceed with an open competition. Oral responses will not be accepted. Inquiries can be directed to the designated point of contact, Cara Craft, via email. This notice underscores NASA’s acquisition strategy and the importance of compliance with established federal procurement regulations.
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