The United States Air Force intends to award a sole source contract to Altair Engineering, Inc. for the Altair Enterprise Suite, focusing on structural analysis and optimization services. Under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), this Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase order should be issued around April 30, 2024, with a performance period from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026. The Altair licenses are essential for simulation and analysis that comply with RQVS and RQVC mission requirements. Although competitive quotations are not requested, the Government invites capability statements from responsible sources which will be considered for future competitive procurement options. Interested parties must submit details about their business status and product compliance with the specified characteristics within five days of the notice. Responses should be focused and unclassified, limited to ten pages, and sent via email to the designated contact. The notice emphasizes the Government’s discretion in deciding to compete the requirement and outlines necessary contractor information, including size classifications and socioeconomic statuses. It reflects the government’s process within the context of federal procurement, highlighting the balance between sole sourcing and the potential for competition.