RENEWAL OF COSMOS (OPEN 3c) SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE
ID: 80NSSC258176Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTE (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B20)

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https://sam.gov/opp/14b8728a2a0141d490ff9d431bcb0851/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to renew the maintenance contract for COSMOS (OPEN 3c) software, which is critical for operations at the Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The procurement will involve a sole source contract with OPENc3, Inc., the manufacturer of the software, to ensure timely delivery of a necessary license file that supports ongoing projects and prevents potential delays that could impact fiscal deadlines. This contract, which spans one year, underscores the importance of operational efficiency and the role of software in meeting NASA's project demands. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Felecia Lorraine London at Felecia.l.london@nasa.gov by 11:59 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 22, 2024, to be considered for this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Felecia Lorraine London
    Felecia.l.london@nasa.gov
    Tiffany Neal
    Tiffany.Neal@NASA.GOV
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    SOW_20241119155920.581_X.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work for procuring Cosmos software by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The contractor is tasked with delivering a license file necessary for operational use. Timely delivery is critical, as delays could jeopardize completion of essential projects beyond their fiscal deadlines, potentially leading to cancellations. The contract spans a period of one year, emphasizing the necessity for adherence to schedule to ensure continued productivity. This procurement emphasizes operational efficiency and the importance of software in supporting NASA's project demands.
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