Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK)
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 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Satellite and Product Operations (OSPO) intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK) software and technical support licenses. This is a follow-on, sole-source acquisition to Ansys Government Initiatives, Inc. (AGI). The software is critical for ensuring the accuracy of satellite orbit position and calculations for GOES and JPSS weather satellite systems. Responses from responsible sources are due by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
NOAA OSPO requires specific STK licenses, including "Ansys STK Pro," "Ansys STK Scheduler," "Scheduler Online," and "Ansys STK Premium (Space)". This annual purchase will provide version upgrades, unlimited technical product support, and software/license transferability. The software is used by the National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS) for telemetry, commanding, analysis, and navigation of weather satellites.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Acquisition Method: Simplified procedures for commercial products exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
- Base Period: August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027 (12 months).
- Anticipated Award Date: Precedes the base period start.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source).
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
- Published: May 27, 2026.
Intended Source & Justification
The intended source is Ansys Government Initiatives, Inc. (AGI). The statutory authority for this sole-source acquisition is 41 U.S.C. 1901, citing that AGI is the sole developer of STK licenses and there are no other authorized resellers. STK is foundational for the Government's Enterprise Automated Scheduling Implementation (EASI) Common Service, and no other software could be substituted without significant cost duplication.
Additional Notes
All responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid, or proposal for consideration. There are no additional qualification requirements beyond the ability to provide the proprietary AGI software licenses. This acquisition is not subject to the WTO Government Procurement Agreement or Free Trade Agreements. No technical data is required to respond.
Primary Contact: Jame Chang (jame.chang@noaa.gov, 301-628-1332).