AyData Diconde archive software - Intent of Sole Source

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for ayData DICONDE archive software. The NAICS code is 541519 and the Product/Service Code is 7A21. The proposed purchase order is being solicited on a sole-source basis to AyData Management LLC. The proposed action is for Diconde software for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii).

The basis for restricting competition is for the following reason: AyData is the sole vendor for this software. The NSWCCD intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to AyData using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested parties may identify their interest to this requirement by submitting a capabilities statement no later than 12/16/24, 12:00 PM EST. This notice of intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals.

However, all responses received by 12/16/24, 12:00 PM EST will be considered by the Government. Any questions must be received via e-mail by 12/11/24, 12:00 PM EST. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries should be directed to Steven Besanko at steven.besanko@navy.mil.