ANSYS Government Initiatives Software license
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 Research Laboratory (NRL) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source purchase order to Ansys Government Initiatives for ANSYS Government Initiatives Software licenses. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but rather an announcement of the agency's intent to procure from a single responsible source. Responses are due by January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of specific software licenses from Ansys Government Initiatives. The agency has determined that only this source can satisfy the specific technical requirements of the NRL at this time.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Purchase Order
- Procedures: Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13.106-1(b))
- Threshold: Not exceeding $250,000
- Set-Aside: None (NAICS 513210 - Other than small)
- Response Due: January 29, 2026
- Published: January 23, 2026
Evaluation
This is a sole source notice; however, the Government will consider information received from interested parties to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. A final determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must reference Notice of Intent number N00173-26-F-0006 in all correspondence. No solicitation package is available, and the government will not reimburse costs for providing capability information.