Intent to Sole Source - CNC Software, LLC.
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 Navy, specifically Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), has issued an Intent to Sole Source to CNC Software, LLC. for MasterCAM training services. This requirement aims to enhance NNSY personnel's proficiency with MasterCAM Additive Manufacturing (AM) software. The training will be conducted on-site at NNSY in Portsmouth, VA. Responses from interested parties are due May 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective is to provide professional on-site training instruction to NNSY personnel for four specific MasterCAM AM software packages:
- MasterCAM Mill Essentials Software
- MasterCAM Mill 3D Software
- MasterCAM Lathe Essentials Software
- MasterCAM Wire Software
Training will occur at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Building 184, Portsmouth, VA. Each session will accommodate five students and include instruction, manuals, technical fees, and instructor travel expenses. The Statement of Work details specific CLINs for each software, outlining instruction days (e.g., 4 days for Mill Essentials, 3 for Mill 3D, 2 for Lathe Essentials and Wire), manuals, and associated travel.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Product/Service Code: U099 - Other Education And Training Services
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 20, 2026
Special Requirements
Contractor personnel will be subject to stringent security and access requirements, including:
- Obtaining a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card and NAVSEA badge.
- Adherence to Portable Electronic Device (PED) policies, with restrictions in Controlled Nuclear Information Areas (CNIAs), Nuclear Work Areas (NWAs), and Open Storage Areas.
- Requirements for access to classified information/spaces, necessitating a final security clearance and DISS visit requests.
- Procedures for handling Restricted Data (RD) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
- Seated contractors with CACs permanently stationed at NNSY must complete specific check-in and mandatory security training.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact CHAUNSA SAUNDERS at chaunsa.d.saunders.civ@us.navy.mil or 757-396-9692.