Synopsis-RFI (Sole Source using 6.302-1) KO Signed.doc

Synopsis – J&A for Other than Full and Open Competition & Request for Information (RFI)

1. Class Code: U012 (Training on hardware, software, cloud, and other applicable systems)

2. NAICS Code: 511210

3. Subject: NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE – ANSYS Script Analysis and user training on current ANSYS GRANTA-MI Database.

4. Solicitation Number: W911QX-21-Q-0091

5. Set-Aside Code: N/A

6. Response Date: 5 days after posting

7. Place of Performance:

Adelphi Contracting Division

U.S. Army Research Laboratory

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, 21005-5066

8. Description:

The United States Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source based on proprietary issues. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with ANSYS Incorporated, 2600 Ansys Drive, Canonsburg, PA, 15317-0404, United States, CAGE: 0U014, DUNS: 063747653 for ANSYS Professional Services which will include an Automated Data Import and Training and Support on ANSYS GRANTA-MI Database.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, this notice does function as a Request for Information (RFI) for offeror’s who believe they can meet the Government’s requirement (see Section 9 below). Any responsible source who believes it is capable of meeting the requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency, only if received by the closing date and time of this notice. A determination not to compete the proposed requirement based upon the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

9. Requirement: The Army Research Lab (ARL) requires ANSYS Professional Services which will include an Automated Data Import and Training and Support. ARL currently utilizes an installed (licensed) ANSYS GRANTA-MI Database system for mechanical properties of materials research. ANSYS Professional Services will work with ARL researchers to write their own code that will deliver a configured database and corresponding set of Python scripts to perform an automated import of the generated data on to GRANTA-MI and then continue to work with ARL researchers as the lab continues to evolve over time.

Responses to this notice are due on or before 30 MARCH 2021 by 300pm EST by email at William.nuamah.civ@mail.mil Point of Contact for this notice is Willie Nuamah (301) 394-0755, William.nuamah.civ@mail.mil

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