SW - IDEAS (BK Connect)
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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
NASA/NSSC has a requirement for SW - IDEAS (BK Connect) and intends to issue a sole source contract to HOTTINGER BRUEL & KJAER INC. under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). This Special Notice is to determine if other qualified organizations can provide the required software maintenance and support. Performance will be at NASA/Glenn Research Center (GRC). Interested parties must submit capabilities and qualifications by March 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the renewal of maintenance and support for the Research and Engineering Directorate's (GRC) current IDEAS licensing. The objective is to ensure continued access to patches, software support, and upgrades for the existing license for one year. The scope includes obtaining software maintenance and support agreements for various BK Connect licenses, such as Data Viewer, File Importers, Time Data Recorder, Data Processing, Advanced Frequency Analysis, Geometry, Hardware Setup, Virtual Hardware Setup, Structural Measurements, Modal Analysis, Correlation Analysis, and Shock Response Analysis. Both floating and node-locked licenses are specified.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Intent)
- Intended Awardee: HOTTINGER BRUEL & KJAER INC.
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)
- NAICS Code: 541511 (Computer Systems Design Services)
- Product Service Code: DA01 (IT Support Services)
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027
- Place of Performance: John H. Glenn Research Center, Neil Armstrong Test Facility and Engineering Users (On-site or Teleworking)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 1:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Published: March 19, 2026
Evaluation
Submissions of capabilities and qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
This procurement will acquire commercial items and services using provisions, clauses, and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13. Any third-party vendor selected must be an approved reseller, and software, licenses, and support must be obtained exclusively through an authorized vendor. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman contact information is available online.
Contact: Laura Quave, Procurement Specialist, laura.a.quave@nasa.gov, 228-813-6420.