Notice of Intent to Sole Source - STK Software

The 746th Test Squadron requires a renewal of STK Software licenses and maintenance from Ansys for its engineers and scientists. This physics-based software is essential for complex analysis of land, sea, air, and space assets, supporting test planning, execution, post-flight analysis, and safety-of-flight assessments. The contract will have a base year and two option years for the renewal of one unit of "Ansys STK Premium (Air) – Incorporate aerodynamics and performance profiles for highly accurate flight profiles (TECS)" (Part Number ASTKPre-A-TECS). Deliverables are expected within 10 days ARO (After Receipt of Order) and should be sent to 746 TS/CZF at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico.

This government solicitation, FA910126QB038, is an Air Force Request for Proposal (RFP) for commercial products and services, specifically for "Ansys STK Premium (Air)" software licenses. The contract includes a base year and two option years for the software, which incorporates aerodynamics and performance profiles for flight. The solicitation outlines various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, emphasizing electronic submission of payment requests via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Key requirements include compliance with small business regulations, prohibitions on certain foreign technologies, and ethical conduct. The document details payment terms, inspection/acceptance criteria, and termination conditions, highlighting the government's right to audit records for labor and material costs. It also specifies flow-down clauses for subcontractors.

The Department of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), Holloman AFB, New Mexico, intends to award a sole source firm-fixed price purchase order to Ansys Government Initiatives (AGI), LLC for STK Software licenses. This decision follows market research concluding that AGI LLC is the only vendor capable of meeting the requirements for the Systems Tool Kit (STK) software, essential for the 746th Test Squadron to perform complex analysis of various assets. The procurement, under NAICS code 513210, is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) due to only one responsible source. The anticipated award date is May 29, 2026. While not a request for competitive proposals, other sources may submit capability statements by May 11, 2026, which the Government may consider.

The Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Holloman Air Force Base requires a sole-source renewal of its Ansys STK Premium (Air) software license. This justification, citing FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B), states that STK is a unique, specialized commercial product essential for the 746th Test Squadron's mission, with no other vendor offering comparable capabilities. The manufacturer, Ansys Government Initiatives (AGI), confirmed it is the sole owner and distributor. Changing software would incur unacceptable costs and mission disruption due to new procurement, labor hours for research, training, and re-accreditation. Market research, including internet searches, GSA Advantage!®, and SAM.gov, found no alternative sources. To promote future competition, the 746th Test Squadron will conduct ongoing market surveillance and re-evaluate technical requirements before exercising options or future renewals. The contracting officer determined that only a single source is reasonably available.