INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE gPROMS Lyophilization Modeling Toolbox (or equal)
Overview
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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
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) / Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) / Office of Pharmaceutical Quality Research (OPQR) has issued an Intent to Sole Source notice. The FDA intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order to Siemens Government Technologies, Inc. for an advanced gPROMS Lyophilization Modeling Toolbox (or equal) to study emerging pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies. Interested parties must submit capability statements by June 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The required Lyophilization Modeling Toolbox must provide an advanced lyophilization process modeling and simulation platform. Key characteristics include:
- Nonlinear Predictive Control (NL) for Lyophilization
- Operational Intelligence & Data Integration (e.g., XHQ for "Digital Twin" validation)
- High-Fidelity Dynamic Simulation
- Advanced Material & Thermodynamic Property Architecture
- Automated Global System Analysis (GSA)
- Customizable Modeling Environment & API
- Scalable Enterprise Access (Named User and Small System licenses)
- Regulatory-Grade Maintenance and Support
- Training (online material)
Deliverables include the software license, software, and user manuals in digital format.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: 12 months
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (to Siemens Government Technologies, Inc.)
- Capability Statement Due: June 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST
- Published: May 22, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract under FAR 6.302-1, not a request for competitive proposals. The FDA has determined that only one responsible source can satisfy the agency's requirements. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement for consideration.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 513210 - Software Publishers
- Product Service Code: DH10 – Platform Delivered As A Service For Databases And Middleware
- No telephonic inquiries will be accepted. All communications should be via email to the primary contact.