MathWorks Intent to Sole Source Notice
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 Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), Patuxent River, MD, intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with The MathWorks Inc. for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract will provide MathWorks products and services, including MATLAB and Simulink software, licenses, training, maintenance, and technical support, to all Department of the Navy (DoN) user groups. Responses from interested parties are due March 20, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. ET.
Scope of Work
This IDIQ contract will cover a comprehensive suite of MathWorks products and services essential for DoN operations. Key deliverables include:
- MATLAB and Simulink software
- Toolsets and licenses
- Training services
- Software maintenance and updates
- Technical support services These services will be provided to various Department of the Navy user groups and locations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Five-year ordering period
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Intent to Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 513210 Software Publishers ($47.0M size standard)
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 3:00 P.M. ET
- Published: March 5, 2026
Evaluation & Response
The Government intends to award this requirement under the authority of 10 USC 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.103-1, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, if any interested party believes they can meet the requirement, they may submit a written notice demonstrating a comprehensive understanding and capabilities. Submissions must include technical information to support the company's ability to meet the requirement.
Additional Notes
Responses should be limited to no more than three (3) pages and emailed to Linda Kuginskie (linda.s.kuginskie.civ@us.navy.mil) and Jennifer Hanson (jennifer.t.hanson2.civ@us.navy.mil). The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice. A determination not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion.