Agilent Licenses and Consulting
ID: 80NSSC25892150Q-1Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

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IT AND TELECOM - MOBILE DEVICE AS A SERVICE (DE11)
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure Agilent licenses and consulting services through a full and open competition. This procurement is aimed at acquiring essential software and consulting support for NASA's Ames Research Center, specifically to enhance the capabilities of the Agilent Sequencing Laboratory Inventory Management System (SLIMS) for space biology research. The licenses and consulting services are critical for maintaining operational integrity and supporting ongoing scientific initiatives, with the performance period set from January 21, 2025, to January 21, 2026. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 17, 2025, and should contact Tessa Martinez at tessa.m.martinez@nasa.gov for further information.

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    This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for acquiring Agilent Licenses and Consulting services for NASA's Ames Research Center (ARC), specifically aimed at supporting space biology-related research for the period from January 21, 2025, to January 21, 2026. The purchase includes one SLIMS Customer Hosted license (part number R4526A) with a subscription for one year and additional consulting services under two different configurations (part number R4531A), covering both microbiology workflows and general consultation tasks. No physical items are shipped as part of this acquisition, underscoring the focus on software and consulting. The performance will occur at NASA Ames Research Center, facilitating essential research in space biology. This document serves as part of a larger initiative for federal RFPs and grants, emphasizing targeted investments in scientific research capabilities.
    The document outlines NASA's recommendation to procure Agilent licenses and consulting services exclusively from Agilent Technologies for the NASA Shared Services Center. The total estimated cost is unspecified, with the delivery period set from January 21, 2025, to January 21, 2026. This procurement is justified due to the unique capabilities of the Agilent Sequencing Laboratory Inventory Management System (SLIMS), which is crucial for managing biospecimen sharing efforts in NASA's Space Biology program. The operational integrity of NASA's equipment relies on these licenses, underscoring the impracticality of seeking alternative vendors, which could jeopardize performance and inflate costs. The document emphasizes that this investment leverages prior expenditures and seeks to maintain seamless operational workflows at Ames Research Center. Overall, the recommendation reflects the necessity of specialized software services to support ongoing scientific research initiatives effectively.
    This document outlines Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80NSSC25892150Q-1 from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for Agilent licenses and consulting services. It specifies a full and open competition, requiring submissions that include specific information such as CAGE/UEI codes, delivery lead times, and contact details. Quotes are due by January 17, 2025, with stipulations for retaining their validity for 30 days. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for consideration. The RFQ includes detailed sections on instructions to offerors, solicitation provisions, and clauses/terms that must be adhered to, such as representation regarding telecommunications equipment and certifications for small businesses. Also covered are federal compliance provisions regarding labor standards, export licenses, and prohibitions against contracting with certain entities. The document's comprehensive approach underscores the government's commitment to regulatory compliance, transparency, and inclusion of various business classifications in federal contracting opportunities. Overall, this RFQ facilitates a structured process for selecting a contractor to meet NASA’s specific needs effectively.
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