FY25 VMware Enterprise Software Maintenance BNJ
ID: JA-25-009Type: Special Notice
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDC5I DIVISION 1 ALEXANDRIAALEXANDRIA, VA, 22310, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/843f7b6ef26b4e8b9c2bad978a1ff456/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, through the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking to renew VMware Enterprise software licenses and maintenance support as part of its FY25 procurement efforts. This requirement is based on the need for specialized software that is only available from a single manufacturer, justifying an exception to fair opportunity regulations under FAR 16.505. The procurement will utilize NASA's Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V contract, ensuring competition among certified resellers while maintaining compliance with competitive acquisition standards. Interested parties should note that the anticipated costs will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness, and further market research will be conducted for future software needs.

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    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Command, seeks to justify an exception to fair opportunity regulations to renew VMware Enterprise software license maintenance support. This action is based on the need for specialized software that only one manufacturer can provide, as stipulated under FAR 16.505. The procurement will utilize NASA's Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V contract, ensuring competition among certified resellers. The anticipated costs for this Firm-Fixed Price task order will be determined fair and reasonable through price evaluations, given the availability of multiple resellers. The agency commits to continuing market research to explore alternative software options for future needs. Both the contracting officer and technical personnel have certified that the data supporting this exception is accurate, affirming the requirement aligns with government standards. This document emphasizes the justification for sole-source procurement due to the proprietary nature of the software while ensuring adherence to competitive acquisition standards.
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