SOLE SOURCE - CST Studio Suite® Software Maintenance (SWM)

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #:

N0017824Q6717 Submitted by:

Lee Ann Mizelle NAICS Code:

513210 FSC/PSC Code: DA01 Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov:

27/FEB/2024 Anticipated Closing Date:

07/MAR/2024 Contracts POC Name:

Lee Ann Mizelle Telephone#: (540)

742-8050 Email Address: lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil Code and Description: Category DA - IT and Telecom - Applications This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Synopsis/Solicitation N0017824Q6717 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation as indicated in the attached SF1449. The SF1449 form is being utilized to generate the applicable clauses from the Standard Procurement System. This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside. Must be TAA Compliant. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to award on a sole source basis to DS GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS CORP for the following:

P/N:

LN00026497172, CST Studio Suite Package and P/N: LN00026497188, CST Studio Suite Acceleration Token. DS GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS CORP is located in Waltham, MA. The required software and maintenance is currently installed and in use. Purchasing any other software would not be compatible with the software from CST, and would result in a duplication of costs. The software and support must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems software presently installed.

The required software is exclusive to DS GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS CORP. Please include shipping/freight cost to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5110. Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) will be utilized for award in accordance with FAR Part 13. The order shall be firm fixed price. All responsible offerors must submit, with its offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3.

Offerors must complete the following representations when the resulting contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied FAR Part 19. All offerors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. The completion and submission to the Government of an offer shall indicate the Offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions in this solicitation.

Offers may be rejected if an exception to the terms or conditions set forth in this solicitation is taken. At time of proposal submission please submit any historical data and published pricing. Award will be made based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

Please return a signed copy of the SF1449 with your quote. Quote is due 7 March 2024, no later than 5:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 1 June 2024. Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the RFQ closing. Please be sure to include Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017824Q6717 in the subject line. Attachments – All attachments should be specified. -SF1449: Request for Quotations -Requirements List