Chicago-Soft Software Maintenance Support
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 Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) intends to award a sole source Firm-Fixed-Price contract to Chicago-Soft Ltd for Software Maintenance Support of their MVS/QUICK-REF software. This action is justified by Chicago-Soft Ltd being the only responsible source capable of providing the required services. Interested parties believing they can provide these services must submit a capability statement by May 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers brand name software maintenance and support for Chicago-Soft, Ltd's MVS/QUICK-REF software. This software is critical for DISA's mainframe environment, specifically at facilities in Mechanicsburg, PA, and Ogden, UT. The services ensure the continued operational reliability of these systems.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm Fixed-Price Contract
- Justification: Only one responsible source (10 USC 2304 (c) (1), FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(iii))
- Incumbent: Chicago-Soft Ltd (previously under contract HC102821P0099)
- Response Due: May 27, 2026 (for capability statements)
- Published: May 12, 2026
Interested Parties
Companies that believe they can provide the required brand name software maintenance support must submit a detailed capability statement in writing. This statement should demonstrate their ability to meet the agency's requirements. Submissions are due by May 27, 2026. This notice is not a request for quotations or proposals, and no reimbursement will be provided for costs incurred in responding.
Additional Information
A Justification & Approval (J&A) document for this sole source action will be posted upon approval. For general information on DISA's requirements and acquisition strategies, visit www.disa.mil.