Gurobi Optimizer SW Maintenance for J62BG

Carroll Nelson & Associates requires Gurobi Software for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to support the Bid Evaluation Model (BEM) application, citing Title 10, U.S.C. 2304 (c) (1) and FAR 6.302-1 for other than full and open competition due to Gurobi's unique speed and advanced algorithms. Gurobi is essential as no other product meets DLA's needs for BEM. The anticipated cost is deemed fair and reasonable due to the software's criticality for DLA Energy's mission. Market research was limited to Gurobi resellers, and three estimates were obtained. DLA continues to seek competition among Gurobi resellers, ensuring fair pricing through various analysis techniques. Gurobi Optimization LLC, OCG Telecom, and METGreen have expressed interest.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Information Operations, Energy Applications, J62BG, requires Gurobi Optimizer software maintenance. This is a follow-on requirement to renew the system, covering a base year from December 12, 2025, to December 11, 2026, and two one-year options. The maintenance includes annual support for development, production, and test environments for each of the three years.

This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) outlines the acquisition of Gurobi Optimizer Licenses and Maintenance Support for DLA Energy Applications (J62BG). The solicitation, issued by DLA Contracting Services Office - Philadelphia, seeks a single firm-fixed price order with a base year from December 12, 2025, to December 11, 2026, and two one-year option periods. Offers are due by November 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET via SAM.gov. The award will be based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable proposal, with technical acceptability requiring no exceptions to the solicitation's terms. The document incorporates various FAR clauses, including those related to business ethics, prohibition on certain telecommunications equipment, and restrictions on foreign purchases, emphasizing compliance and reporting requirements. Vendors must include a Bill of Materials (BoM) in their proposals.