Notice of Intent ModelCenter Software
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 US Coast Guard (Homeland Security) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to ANSYS, Inc. for annual Technical Enhancements and Customer Support (TECS) fees for two perpetual licenses of ModelCenter Premium software. The estimated value of this procurement is $47,240.00. Responses demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous are due by June 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the payment of annual TECS fees for two perpetual licenses of ModelCenter Premium software. This ensures continued access to the software, general support, and the latest program releases. The software is critical for its ability to interface with various industry-standard applications such as Excel, AutoCAD, Matlab, and Rhino, enabling the automation and execution of analyses.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Value: $47,240.00
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services)
- Published: June 10, 2026
- Response Due: June 25, 2026, at 20:00:00 UTC
- Intended Awardee: ANSYS, Inc.
Response Requirements
This is NOT a request for quotes or proposals. Interested parties must submit responses demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government, would not be cost or time prohibitive, and would not hinder mission objectives. The determination not to compete this action remains solely at the Government's discretion. Information received will be considered for future requirements.
Additional Notes
A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOTFOC) indicates that ANSYS, Inc. is believed to be the only firm offering permanent licenses for ModelCenter in North America. Market research confirmed the price as reasonable by comparing it to the previous year's award. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.
Contact Information
Contracting Officer: Joshua Richardson (joshua.c.richardson2@uscg.mil). Email inquiries only; phone calls will not be accepted.