SOLE SOURCE - HyperWorks Technical Support and Software Maintenance

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED. 

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6-Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Request for Quote (RFQ) Number is N6660427Q0037.    

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Type purchase order to Siemens Industry Software Inc. on a Sole Source basis in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b). Siemens Industry Software Inc.  is the only known source that can provide the below HyperWorks Technical Support and Software Maintenance.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals.  A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.  

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.  Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

See the table below for a list of the required Altair Software Technical Support and Software Maintenance:

Line Item

Description

HyperWorks Units

Period of Performance Dates

0001

Base Year

Altair Units – (TSSM) AU-ME-STDMNT

216.48

11/01/2026 – 10/31/2027

0002

Base Year

Altair Units – (TSSM) AU-ME-STDMNT

65.64

11/01/2026 – 10/31/2027

0003

Option Year 1

Altair Units – (TSSM) AU-ME-STDMNT

216.48

11/01/2027 – 10/31/2028

0004

Option Year 1

Altair Units – (TSSM) AU-ME-STDMNT

65.64

11/01/2027 – 10/31/2028

0005

Option Year 2

Altair Units – (TSSM) AU-ME-STDMNT

216.48

11/01/2028 – 10/31/2029

0006

Option Year 3

Altair Units – (TSSM) AU-ME-STDMNT

65.64

11/01/2028 – 10/31/2029

This procurement is unrestricted as concurred with by the NUWCDIVNPT 

Office of Small Business Program (OSBP). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 541511; the Small Business Size Standard is $30.0M.

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation: 

52.204-19, Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance 

Services or Equipment 

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Service or Equipment 

52.209-11, Representation by corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony 

Conviction under any Federal Law 

52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items  

52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items 

52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items 

52.217-5 Evaluation of Options 

52.217-7 Option for Increased Quantity – Separately Priced Line Item

The following DFARS clauses apply to this solicitation: 

252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls

252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information 

252.204-7015, Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support

252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation

252.213-7000 Notice to Prospective Suppliers on Use of Supplier Performance Risk System in 

Past Performance Evaluations 

252.215-7013 Supplies and Services Provided by Nontraditional Defense Contractors 

252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts 

Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are available at www.acquisition.gov/far 

The following addenda or additional terms and conditions apply. Section 508 does apply. 

The required Period of Performance is in the table above, F.O.B. Destination is Newport, RI 02841. 

Payment will be via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov 

The quote shall include price, delivery terms, and the following additional information with submission: point of contact (including phone number and email address), contractor cage code, and contractor DUNS. A quote received after the closing date and time specified will be ineligible for award. 

Offerors shall be advised that if after award the items delivered are determined not to be in new condition and/or are determined to be delivered from outside the US, the Government has the right to terminate for cause with the Contractor liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by the law including excess re-procurement costs. 

The quote may be submitted via email and must be received on or before Thursday, October 22, 2026, by 11:00 AM EST. Offer received after the closing date are considered to be late and may not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition contact Jennifer Vatousiou at jennifer.m.vatousiou.civ@us.navy.mil  or 401-832-5265.