7A--windows 11-compatible siemens simatic S7 license

The Bureau of Reclamation seeks quotes for one Windows 11-compatible Siemens Simatic Step 7 License, with proposals due August 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. MDT; the deadline was extended from August 21 via Amendment 0002 posted August 19. This is a WOSB set-aside procurement using RFQ procedures.

Delivery is to the Bureau of Reclamation–GP-MTAO Yellowtail facility at 2 Avenue B, Fort Smith, Montana, with preferred delivery October 1, 2026, and firm deadline December 1, 2026. Period of performance runs September 1, 2026, through December 1, 2026.

The requirement addresses legacy Siemens Simatic S7 programmable logic controllers in service over 20 years at the Yellowtail governor system. Existing laptops running required S7 programming software have failed; new Windows 11 laptops now require compatible software. The license must support troubleshooting, program modification, and program upload/download functions.

Amendment 0002 (posted August 19) clarifies that the government operates both S7-300 and S7-400 CPU models and requires STEP 7 Version 5.6 licenses (needing a second license) with TIA Portal capability. The government currently holds licenses for Siemens Step 7 Professional, Simatic CFC, Softnet-IE, and a PC Adapter (Serial to USB), and seeks additional licenses for each to install on a second backup laptop. Communication interfaces include MPI (primary), PROFIBUS, and Ethernet connectivity using communication processors CP 343 and CP 443-1. The procurement includes software licenses and USB/Serial adapters only; no programming hardware is included.

NAICS code 513210 (Software Publishers) applies; small business size standard is $47 million. Evaluation weighs certified Siemens distributor status, ability to provide Simatic Step 7 Licenses, past performance, and price approximately equally. Unit pricing and total award amount are offeror-supplied. The government intends one award and reserves the right not to award.