Pointwise Software

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (N0016726Q1081) for "Annual software support and maintenance." The government is procuring this service.

• The primary deliverable is "Annual software support and maintenance."

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery Estimated By: Delivery Date 30 Jun 2026.

• Quantity: 1 Each.

• The document outlines various contract clauses and provisions, including those related to payment, invoicing (WAWF), contract administration, and unique item identification. Specific submission instructions for proposals or quotes are not detailed in the provided sections, nor are evaluation criteria.

• Not specified in the provided sections.

• The document includes extensive details on FAR and DFARS clauses, payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), inspection and acceptance locations, and delivery information.

• The delivery destination is NSWC CARDEROCK, CARDEROCK DIVISION, 9500 MACARTHUR BOULEVARD, BETHESDA, MD 20817-5700, UNITED STATES.

• Points of contact for Contract Specialist and Procuring Contracting Officer are provided.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a justification memorandum for a non-competitive procurement action under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). It outlines the rationale for soliciting only one source for the renewal of Pointwise annual software maintenance and support services.

• Requirement: 1-Year renewal of Pointwise annual software maintenance and support service.

• Manufacturer: Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

• Justification: The Pointwise software is essential for the Navy's submarine maneuvering simulation software (IFLOW, integrated with MCSIM tool). It is used to generate 3D body-fitted meshes for Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) simulations and hull profiles for simulating non-traditional hull shapes.

• Proprietary Rights: Cadence Design Systems owns all proprietary rights to Pointwise. There are no authorized resellers, and only Cadence can provide software licenses, subscriptions, and maintenance renewals.

• Cost/Feasibility: Acquiring and implementing alternative software tools would not be cost-effective or feasible due to the time required to regenerate existing hull meshes (over 100) and the lack of compatible commercial software.

• Regulatory Basis: Justification is made in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and FAR 8.405-6.

• Period of Performance: New period ending May 31, 2027 (purchase required by May 31, 2026).

• Estimated Price: $ [Amount Redacted]

• Previous Purchase Order: N0016724P0087

This document indicates a sole-source procurement for specialized software maintenance. Potential bidders offering similar specialized software maintenance or integration services may find this information relevant for understanding the government's specific needs and justification for single-source acquisition.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a notice of intent to solicit and negotiate a sole-source purchase order with Cadence Design Systems, Inc. for Pointwise software and support. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) requires this specific software and support, which is only available through Cadence.

• Pointwise software and support.

• Cadence is the only source for the required support, with no compatible alternatives available.

• The proposed action is for Pointwise support.

• The Government intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order.

• Simplified Acquisition Procedures will be used.

• This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals.

• Interested parties may submit a capabilities statement by 12:00 PM on May 01, 2026.

• All responses received by the deadline will be considered by the Government to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.

• NAICS Code: 513210

• Business Size Standard: $47 million

• The procurement is being solicited on a sole-source basis to Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii)).

• Inquiries should be directed to Michael Bonaiuto at michael.j.bonaiuto.civ@us.navy.mil.