i-Hawk Software and Hardware Maintenance Licenses
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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
NASA's Shared Services Center (NSSC) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to CONCURRENT REAL-TIME, INC. for iHawk software and hardware maintenance license renewal. This action is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) as CONCURRENT REAL-TIME, INC. is identified as the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge this determination by February 24, 2026, 12 p.m. CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the extension of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance support for four Concurrent iHawk computers and their associated software. These systems are critical for the U.S. Army Technology Development Directorate (TDD) in their helicopter research and simulation laboratories. The maintenance includes annual license support for both hardware and software.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Procuring Agency: NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC)
- Intended Awardee: CONCURRENT REAL-TIME, INC.
- NAICS Code: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services)
- Product Service Code: 7A20 (Application Development Software Delivered By Perpetual License...)
- Period of Performance: December 29, 2025, through December 28, 2026
- Place of Performance: U.S. Army Technology Development Directorate, Vehicle Management and Control Branch, Code YH, M/S T12B-2
- Response Due: February 24, 2026, 12 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: February 20, 2026
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. The Government retains discretion regarding the decision to compete this effort.
Additional Notes
This procurement will acquire commercial items and services under FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13. Oral communications are not acceptable. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Sara Jusino-Terry
- Email: sara.a.jusino-terry@nasa.gov