ARAS SW Renewal
Overview
Buyer
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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, under the Department of the Navy, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the renewal of ARAS Innovator Standard Subscription licenses. This is not a request for quotes, and no solicitation will be issued. The Government intends to award a firm fixed-price contract to ARAS Corporation.
Purpose & Scope
This notice announces the intent to procure 50 licenses of the AS-1171 Aras Innovator Standard Subscription for the period of June 30, 2026, to June 29, 2027. The procurement is a renewal of existing software. The Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, China Lake, intends to award this contract on a sole source basis to ARAS Corporation located at 100 Brickstone Square Suite 100 Andover, MA 01810, in accordance with FAR 6.103.1.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (intended sole source)
- Product/Service Code: 7A21 - Business Application Off The Shelf Software
- Intended Awardee: ARAS Corporation
- Quantity: 50 licenses
- Period of Performance: June 30, 2026 - June 29, 2027
Response Information
While no competitive quotes are being requested, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement.
- Response Deadline: June 22, 2026, by 4:00 PM PST
- Submission Method: Written responses via email to Amy Lamberth at amy.s.lamberth.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Required Content: Capability statements must reference solicitation number N68936-26-SIMACQ-D0AH290-0010 and clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the required work without compromising quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule.
- Registration: All vendors must be registered in SAM.gov with an 'Active' status. DLIS certification for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) access may also be required, with details available on the DLA website for the Joint Certification Program.
Additional Notes
This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source and not a Request for Quotes (RFQ). No solicitation or RFQ will be forthcoming.