Anark Subscription
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
The Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, China Lake, intends to award a firm fixed-price contract on a sole source basis to Anark Corporation for Anark software subscriptions. This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, not a Request for Quote (RFQ), and no solicitation will be issued. Interested parties must submit a capability statement by May 18, 2026, 4:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for:
- Anark workstation Enterprise Subscription (SKU: ACW-EN-SUB) - Quantity: 3
- Anark adapter – Creo subscription (SKU: INT-CREO-SUB)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 4:00 PM PST
- Published: May 13, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
Anark Corporation is the sole provider due to their highly customized 3D PDF solutions specifically mapped to existing data requirements. Their software combines CAD into a single unified 3D PDF and offers specialized features for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Response Requirements
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. Written responses must reference solicitation number N6893626SIMACQD550000E5500000185 and provide a clear, concise capability statement demonstrating the ability to perform the required work without compromising quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule. Submissions should be sent to Beth Exzabe at beth.a.exzabe.civ@us.navy.mil.
Additional Notes
- All vendors must be registered at SAM.gov prior to submitting quotes. Processing SAM registrations can take 10-15 days.
- Contractors must be certified through Defense Logistics Information Services (DLIS) to access Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or Export Controlled Information. Access to CUI is limited to a single point of contact (POC) per CAGE code, listed as the Data Custodian on the DD 2345 and approved by DLA. Further information is available on the DLA Joint Certification Program website.