Ansys LS-Dyna Software

The Request for Quote (RFQ) 47QSSC-25-Q-0249 is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the renewal of Ansys LS-Dyna Software licenses. This high-priority purchase order, issued as a brand-name specific requirement for Ansys Inc., includes several LS-DYNA HPC-32 and TECS renewal licenses for the period of September 2025 to September 2026. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) award based on the lowest technically acceptable offer. Vendors must provide supporting documentation for the exact brand-name items, meet the delivery schedule, and submit an authorized reseller letter if not the manufacturer. Technical specifications require vendors to be registered in SAM.gov, and their quotes must include their SAM UEI number and a completed Attachment B (FAR 52.212-3). Quotes and questions are due by October 8, 2025, at 5:00 pm EST, to Stephanie Bridgewater at stephanie.bridgewater@gsa.gov. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and GSAM/R clauses, including those concerning prohibited telecommunications equipment and services, and mandates electronic delivery through the OMS Vendor Portal.

The General Services Administration (GSA) is approving a Brand Name Justification (BNJ) for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Keyport to renew Ansys LS-Dyna software licenses and maintenance, totaling approximately $55,891.46 (or $65,951.92 with an 18% markup). This justification is necessary because Ansys LS-Dyna is critical for mission-critical simulation work, including seismic modeling and analysis, due to its unique ability to process Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and access proprietary legacy Ansys data files. Replacing this software would incur significant costs for new software, training, and disrupt critical testing. Market research indicated limited availability of all required items through GSA Advantage and other federal sources. A full and open solicitation on SAM.gov is recommended for future procurements to encourage competition, and the contracting officer certified the brand name acquisition as being in the government's best interest.

This document, FAR 52.212-3, outlines mandatory offeror representations and certifications for federal government contracts, particularly for commercial products and services. Offerors can complete annual certifications via SAM.gov or provide specific certifications within the provision. Key areas covered include small business designations (e.g., veteran-owned, women-owned, disadvantaged, HUBZone), compliance with Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, certifications regarding payments to influence federal transactions, and adherence to "Buy American" and Trade Agreements Acts. It also addresses responsible business practices concerning child labor, Sudan operations, inverted domestic corporations, and Iran-related activities. Further requirements include taxpayer identification, disclosures on greenhouse gas emissions, prohibitions on confidentiality agreements restricting whistleblowing, and representations regarding covered telecommunications equipment. These certifications ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations, promoting fair and ethical contracting practices.