NX Software 2021 JA Recompete Redacted.pdf
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- NX SOFTWARE LICENCES 2021 Federal contract opportunity
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- FA9101-21-Q-2011
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This document is a justification for a single source award of NX software licenses to Siemens for 2021. The Test Group requires Siemens NX software for modeling, simulation and meshing to perform structural analysis on its projects. While other similar products exist, like Fusion 360, Inventor and SOLIDWORKS, none offer the same full range of capabilities and compatibility as the Siemens suite. In particular, NX surpasses competitors in finite element analysis, which is essential for the Test Group's work. Market research confirmed the need to use Siemens and the lack of equally qualified alternatives. To pursue competition for future requirements, the Test Group will issue an RFI and consider upgrading systems to software that can meet requirements, if viable options emerge. The contracting officer approved the single source award given the circumstances presented.
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Use of a Single Source Below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT)
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
4 Jan 2021 FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Page 2 of 2
Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition
Market research and consultation with technical experts confirmed the need to utilize Siemens software for this requirement. Other similar products in the market include Fusion 360, Inventor and SOLIDWORKS. None of these programs have the full range of capability and compatibility provided by the Siemens suite. Fusion 360 and Inventor are both AutoDesk products and are not at the level of Siemens NX in the area of modeling, simulation and meshing which is needed to perform structural analysis. SOLIDWORKS does not have a powerful Finite Element Analysis software engine to support the types of projects undertaken at the Test Group. Market research included Internet, FPDS, GSA and PIEE searches, discussions with the developer and consultation with technical experts. Several vendors were identified and contacted as reflected in the attached Market Research Report.
Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards
The 704 TG will have an ongoing need to utilize these software packages based on the longevity of its use and future requirements. In order to obtain competition, the Test Group's engineers will research other possible software that can fulfill the same data requirements and the compatibility of using it in conjunction with or in place of the current software.
A Request for Information (RFI) will be issued before the next requirement, seeking alternative means of obtaining the same data and analysis through use of existing software or software in development. Furthermore, as hardware is upgraded, consideration will be placed on the cost of upgrading systems with alternative software that can accomplish the same work.
Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination
I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.
Date
02-Feb-2021
Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer
Brett T. Moore, GS-13
Signature of Contracting Officer
MOORE.BRETT.T.138406218
Digitally signed by
MOORE.BRETT.T.1384062187
Date: 2021.02.02 06:53:54 -07'00'
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