Actian Ingress and OpenROAD License Subscriptions
ID: H9224125SSN0002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)AMSAM-SPKFORT EUSTIS, VA, 23604-5577, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cd5d58e680cc46a5a8a03522d0f88b63/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is conducting market research for the procurement of one-year subscriptions for Actian Ingress and OpenROAD software licenses (version 11.2 or higher) to support operations at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The objective is to identify potential vendors, particularly small businesses, capable of providing these licenses for five government computers, as part of an evaluation to determine the best acquisition strategy, whether through a noncompetitive acquisition from Actian Corporation or a competitive bidding process. Interested vendors are invited to submit a statement of interest by March 24, 2025, detailing their qualifications and capabilities, with the NAICS Code assigned as 513210 and a Small Business Size Standard of $47 million. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Chase Brasher at chase.w.brasher.civ@socom.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Chase Brasher
    chase.w.brasher.civ@socom.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The Technology Application Program Office (TAPO) is conducting market research through a sources sought notice regarding the procurement of one-year subscriptions of Actian Ingress and OpenROAD software licenses (version 11.2 or higher). The aim is to identify potential vendors, particularly small businesses, capable of fulfilling this requirement for five Government computers. This effort is part of an evaluation to determine whether to proceed with a noncompetitive acquisition from Actian Corporation or to pursue a competitive bidding process. Interested vendors must submit a statement of interest by March 24, 2025, detailing their qualifications, capabilities in authorized resales of the specified software, and information about their business, including size designations. The notice emphasizes that responses are voluntary and will not lead to an immediate contract award. The NAICS Code tentatively assigned is 513210, with a Small Business Size Standard of $47 million. The submission must include details such as the vendor's name, affiliate information, establishment year, and DUNS number, ensuring adherence to required format and limitations. This notice serves to collect essential market data to inform the Government's acquisition strategy.
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