Esprit Software Maintenance for Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet, NY
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 Department of the Army, Watervliet Arsenal (W6QK ACC WVA), is soliciting offers for Esprit Software Maintenance services at Watervliet, NY. This procurement is identified as a sole source with Hexagon Metrology, North Kingston, RI, but all responsible sources are invited to submit an offer for evaluation. The contract is for a 12-month period. Offers are due by April 22, 2026, at 04:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the provision of ESPRIT software licenses for a 12-month period, including continuous access to updates and live technical support. Key deliverables include:
- Software Licenses: Provision of ESPRIT software licenses.
- Continuous Updates: Access to new 3-axis and 5-axis machining cycles, optimization of existing cycles, feature recognition enhancements, reading of native CAD formats, user interface upgrades, and productivity bonuses for milling, turning, and EDM machining.
- Live Technical Support: Provided by factory-certified ESPRIT Application Engineers (AEs) via regional offices, supported by a resolution tracking database and knowledge base.
- Online Technical Community: Access to ESPRITWeb for round-the-clock support, a national support network, technical bulletins, FAQs, and a file library (post processors, macros, add-ins).
- Support for Latest Machine Tools: Ensuring compatibility and functionality with the latest generation of machine tools.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: May 01, 2026, to April 30, 2027 (12 months).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Offer Due Date: April 22, 2026, at 04:00 PM local time.
- Published Date: April 16, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet, NY 12189.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted electronically by the due date. Accepted formats include Microsoft Office (2007 and lower), Adobe PDF (300 dpi), and HTML (no active links). Offerors must select only one transmission medium, and proposals must be submitted in their entirety and be virus-free. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be evaluated.
Additional Notes
Service contract standards do not apply to this procurement. Important delivery and quality requirements are emphasized, with on-time delivery being critical; past performance may be a major consideration for future awards. Contractors must adhere to Watervliet Arsenal's safety and health rules and submit annual OSHA data. On-site employees are required to sign a "Contractor Personnel Agreement on Non-Disclosure of Watervliet Arsenal Technology." Job site availability is Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST, and every other Friday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST. Specific FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to electronic submission of payment requests (WAWF) and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and foreign-made unmanned aircraft systems.