Horizon 8 Software Subscription for OIT

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. It constitutes the only solicitation, and quotes are being requested. The government is procuring a "Horizon 8 Software Subscription for OIT".

• The core requirement is for VMware Horizon 8 Enterprise Term Edition licenses, including Production Support/Subscription.

• This is a "brand name only" requirement.

• Delivery will be electronic.

• The government contemplates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.

• The anticipated period of performance is from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2031, encompassing a Base Year and four Option Years.

• Offerors must be authorized resellers with an active SAM.gov profile.

• Quotes must be submitted by the date and time specified on the SF 1449.

• Evaluation will be on a price-only basis, confirming alignment with requirements and reasonableness of the quoted price.

• The submission must include: Unique Entity ID, Business Mailing Address, Contact Information, RFQ Number, Quote Number, Quote Date, Pricing, a signed IEE Representation Form, and DIAR 1452.280-4.

• Key deadlines include the Offer Due Date: February 18, 2026, at 0900 EST.

• This requirement is set-aside 100% for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs).

• The NAICS code is 334610 (Software, packaged, mass reproducing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through FAC 2025-06.

• A redacted justification for the brand name requirement is included as Attachment 2.

• Point of Contact information (POC, Phone, Email) will be provided at award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form." It serves as a self-certification for offerors to confirm they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE)" as defined in the Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulation (DIAR) Part 1480, "Acquisitions Under the Buy Indian Act."

• Solicitation/Sources Sought/RFI Number: RFQ 140A1626Q0020
• Project Title: Horizon 8 Software Subscription for OIT
• Offeror Representation Section: Requires the Offeror to provide:
  • Name of Federally Recognized Tribal Entity
  • Name of the 51% (or greater) Owner of the IEE Firm
  • Legal Business Name
  • Certifying Signature
  • Unique Entity ID (UEI)
  • Printed Name

Bidders responding to Solicitation RFQ 140A1626Q0020 must complete and submit this form to represent their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise. This certification is required throughout the solicitation response, contract award, and the full term of the contract. Failure to provide accurate information may result in penalties. Contracting Officers may request additional documentation to verify eligibility.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Brand Name Only Justification" (J&A) for other than full and open competition. It explains the rationale for procuring a specific product, VMware Horizon 8 Enterprise Term Edition, without soliciting offers from all responsible sources.

• Requirement Title: Horizon 8 Software Subscription for OIT
• Agency: Indian Affairs, Office of Information Technology (OIT)
• Authority Cited: FAR 8.405-6(b)
• Product: 4 licenses of VMware Horizon 8 Enterprise Term Edition, 10 Named User Pack for 1 year, including Production Support/Subscription.
• Justification: The current OIT Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) relies on VMware vSphere and Omnissa Horizons. Horizon 8 is uniquely compatible, and alternatives would require significant costs, retraining, and delays. Failure to renew on time would cause VDI outages for up to 40 users, increase security risks, and force costly emergency measures.
• Market Research: Identified 25 possible Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) sources under NAICS 334610. At least two ISBEEs are expected to respond. Affigent has expressed interest.
• Competition Efforts: The purchase will be solicited directly to ISBEEs via SAM.gov, combining synopsis and solicitation.

This document indicates that the procurement is for a specific brand-name software subscription (VMware Horizon 8) and details the justification for limiting competition. Bidders should note the specific product and the limited competition approach. The solicitation will be issued directly to ISBEEs via SAM.gov.