Agile Products Support (APS) software
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
NASA's Shared Services Center (NSSC) is issuing a presolicitation for the annual renewal of Agile Products Support (APS) software for NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). NASA/NSSC intends to award a sole source contract to CONCEPTS NREC, LLC, as they are identified as the sole provider. However, interested organizations are invited to submit capabilities to challenge this sole source determination. Responses are due by April 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST.
Opportunity Details
- Agency: National Aeronautics And Space Administration (NASA) / NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- Title: Agile Products Support (APS) software
- Notice Type: Presolicitation
- Notice ID: d307c5e774244ad68a03e0b7952a32e3
- Product Service Code: DA10 (Support Services, Delivered As A Service Contract)
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the annual renewal of Agile Products Support (APS) for all currently licensed CAE Agile software products owned by NASA MSFC. The objective is to ensure uninterrupted capability and alignment with current software performance standards. Key services include:
- Technical Support: Access to vendor technical assistance for troubleshooting and usage guidance.
- Software Maintenance: Ongoing maintenance, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
- Software Updates and Upgrades: Access to the latest software releases and enhancements.
- User Group Membership: Continued participation in the APS Users Group.
- Customer Support Services: Assistance with user inquiries. The renewal must be completed prior to April 30, 2026, to prevent any lapse in support services.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Intended Sole Source (Commercial Items/Services under FAR Part 12)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Note: While categorized as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, NASA/NSSC intends to award this as a sole source contract to CONCEPTS NREC, LLC. This presolicitation invites capabilities to challenge that sole source determination.
- NAICS Code: 513210
- Period of Performance: One (1) year from renewal activation.
- Response Due Date: April 16, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published Date: April 14, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
NASA/NSSC intends to acquire this requirement on a sole source basis from CONCEPTS NREC, LLC. However, interested organizations may submit written capabilities and qualifications. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The determination to compete this effort remains at the government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Place of Performance
Work shall be performed remotely by the Contractor, with services delivered electronically to MSFC personnel in Huntsville, AL.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Lindsey McLellan
- Email: lindsey.m.mclellan@nasa.gov
- Reference ID: 80NSSC26930450Q in all correspondence.