Redacted_Brand Name Justification_Solidworks Training.pdf

This is a Request to Restrict Competition memorandum from the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD), documenting approval to conduct a sole-source or restricted procurement under FAR Part 12 simplified acquisition procedures.

NSWCCD Code 732 requires SolidWorks training courses to enhance employee skillsets in SolidWorks software. The requirement has been approved as a Brand Name restriction, limiting procurement to Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks training. The basis for restriction includes: (1) Restrictive Rights—Dassault Systèmes holds proprietary rights and patent protections in the SolidWorks software; (2) Exclusive Licensing Agreements—SolidWorks is available only through the OEM or authorized dealers/resellers; and (3) Market Research Conclusions—NSWCCD's requirement specifically necessitates SolidWorks training, which is proprietary software owned exclusively by Dassault Systèmes. Market research confirmed that Dassault Systèmes manages training through its Certified SolidWorks Resellers list, and only certified companies may provide training. The OEM contact is Dassault Systèmes, located at 175 Wyman Street, Waltham, MA 02451. The market research was conducted by Mike Ayres (804-545-7108, mike.ayres@trimech.com) through communication with the OEM and authorized resellers. The memorandum was dated 13 July 2026 with PID N00167-26-SIMACQ-CD-73-0022. The Contracting Officer (DUHAIME.KRISTEN.M) approved the request to restrict competition on 17 July 2026.