INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE- Siemens Industry Software, Inc.
ID: W911QX-25-Q-0008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG ADELPHIADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - STORAGE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7K20)

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https://sam.gov/opp/429f427a42f3438693d750dcdffd1ad9/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, intends to solicit a contract exclusively from Siemens Industry Software, Inc. for an annual subscription to the Simcenter 3D suite, which includes options for three additional years. This procurement aims to facilitate the translation of modeling data into ASCII or test formats, essential for various defense applications. The contract will be structured as a Firm Fixed Price agreement, with delivery and inspection occurring at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. Interested parties can reach out to Stency Steephan at stency.f.steephan.civ@army.mil or Ashley Eaker at ashley.e.eaker2.civ@army.mil for further details, with proposals due within five days of the posting date.

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    Combination Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Purchases (Under SAT) 1.docx
    The document is a solicitation notice for a commercial purchase under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) with the Solicitation Number W911QX-25-Q-0008. It indicates the government's intent to negotiate exclusively with Siemens Industry Software, Inc. for an annual software subscription of the Simcenter 3D suite, including options for three additional years. The purpose of this procurement is to facilitate the translation of modeling data into ASCII or test formats. Proposals are being accepted from interested parties, although the contract is considered non-competitive. Key details include the contract structure, delivery requirements to Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, and applicable FAR and DFARS clauses. The estimated response timeframe is five days after posting, with specific evaluation criteria and clauses pertaining to socioeconomic classifications. The overall objective of this solicitation is to provide essential software tools while ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations.
    Provisions and Clauses full-text.docx
    The document outlines the procurement parameters related to a federal contract for supplies or services, explicitly indicating that the Government intends to solicit from Siemens Industry Software Inc. under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), emphasizing a Firm Fixed Price contract. Key contact points are provided, including a contracting officer and a contracting specialist. Key requirements stipulate that government inspection occurs at Aberdeen Proving Ground and highlight tax exemptions available for the research laboratory. Payment instructions detail submission processes and necessary documentation for invoices and receiving reports, as well as a clause addressing the prohibition of engaging in certain telecommunications services. There are provisions regarding the involvement of foreign nationals, emphasizing compliance with employment eligibility verification and access authorization. Additionally, it states that no award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited. The document establishes a clear framework for proposal submission, technical information requirements, and the handling of changes in contract writing systems. Overall, it serves to inform potential offerors of the conditions, procedural requirements, and obligations involved in the contracting process, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and administrative policies.
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