The Langley Research Center requires the renewal of a Tecplot 360 Commercial Site License for 1,000 users, effective from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The contract specifies a single quantity (1) of the SITE-COM license. The performance will take place at the Langley Research Center.
NASA's recommendation for a sole source acquisition of TecplotTM software is based on its unique capabilities that are essential for effective data visualization and analysis at Langley Research Center (LaRC), which are vital for engineers and scientists in interpreting complex experimental results. Utilizing any other vendor's software would compromise compatibility with existing systems, risk the loss of traceability to previous data models, and potentially diminish workforce productivity given Tecplot Inc.'s responsive support and low learning curve. Therefore, the proposed acquisition is deemed necessary to maintain operational efficiency and data integrity within NASA's programs.
NASA/NSSC plans to renew the FY24 Larc Tecplot 360 Commercial Site License through a sole source contract with TECPLOT INC, the only provider of this license. The procurement will follow FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13 guidelines with a response deadline for interested organizations to submit qualifications by 9 a.m. CST on December 27, 2023. The procurement is being managed by the NASA/Langley Research Center, and the primary contact for inquiries is Procurement Specialist Shanna Patterson.