Pointwise Software

This government solicitation, N0016726Q1081, outlines requirements for annual software support and maintenance for "Pointwise" software, to be delivered by June 30, 2026, to NSWC CARDEROCK in Bethesda, MD. It details firm-fixed-price arrangements, inspection and acceptance procedures, and specific delivery instructions. The document incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, emphasizing electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and unique item identification. It specifies government points of contact, contract administration functions, and hours of operation for deliveries. Notably, it includes provisions for contractor ethics, whistleblower rights, combating trafficking in persons, and compliance with numerous socioeconomic and supply chain security regulations. The solicitation also addresses the use of Navy support contractors for official contract files, requiring strict confidentiality for protected information.

The NSWCCD SAP Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memo outlines the rationale for a sole-source acquisition of Pointwise software maintenance and support services for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD). Effective April 2025, the memo justifies the non-competitive procurement by citing FAR regulations that allow for soliciting from a single source when circumstances deem only one source reasonably available, particularly for actions under the simplified acquisition threshold. NSWCCD Code requires a one-year renewal of Pointwise's annual software maintenance and support, which is crucial for its submarine maneuvering simulation software, a tool utilized for over 20 years. The justification asserts that Cadence Design Systems, Inc. holds proprietary rights to Pointwise, making them the only authorized provider of licenses, subscriptions, and maintenance renewals. The document highlights the incompatibility of alternative software and the significant cost and time investment required to transition, deeming such a move not cost-effective or feasible. The memo includes certifications from technical and requirements personnel, approving the sole-source solicitation.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price purchase order to Cadence Design Systems, Inc., for Pointwise software and support. This action is justified under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii) because Cadence is the only source for the required support, with no compatible alternatives available. The NAICS code for this requirement is 513210, with a business size standard of $47 million. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, interested parties may submit capabilities statements by 12:00 PM on May 1, 2026, for the Government's consideration in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries should be directed to Michael Bonaiuto at michael.j.bonaiuto.civ@us.navy.mil.