The Government requires the renewal (subscription) of one (1) 12-month license for the semiconductor device simulation software package for the Sentaurus Device

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains local instructions, provisions, and clauses for a solicitation. It specifies contract details, points of contact, and requirements for offerors. It also indicates an intent to solicit only one source, but will consider all proposals received by the closing date.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Government Inspection and Acceptance: To be performed at 6375 Johnson Rd, Building 321, Aberdeen Proving Ground MD, 21005.

• Receiving Room Requirements (Aberdeen Proving Ground): Truck shipments accepted Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM at Logistics Warehouse, Building 321, 6375 Johnson Road. Packing slips must be affixed to the outside of packages. Deliveries can be coordinated by calling Bldg. 321 at 410-278-4406.

• Exceptions in Proposal: Any exceptions or conditions must be set forth in a cover letter.

• Award of Contract: No award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited; offers for less will be considered nonresponsive.

• Payment Terms: Less than net thirty (30) days are unacceptable.

• Foreign Nationals Performing: Offerors expecting to employ foreign nationals must submit documentary evidence of employment eligibility with their proposals.

• DFARS Commercial Clauses: Several DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to compensation of former DoD officials, safeguarding covered defense information, prohibition on acquisition of covered defense telecommunications equipment, item identification, prohibition of hexavalent chromium, Buy American, transportation of supplies by sea, and levies on contract payments.

• Telecommunications and Video Surveillance: Provisions 52.204-24, 52.204-25, and 52.204-26 address prohibitions and representations regarding the use of covered telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services.

• Item Unique Identification: Clause 252.211-7003 requires unique item identification for delivered items meeting certain cost thresholds or specified in the contract.

• Payment Instructions: Clause 252.232-7006 outlines Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions, including document routing data.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Government Inspection and Acceptance Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

• Intent to Solicit: The government intends to solicit only one source but will consider all proposals received by the closing date.

• Full Quantities: Offers must propose full quantities to be considered responsive.

• Foreign Nationals: Specific requirements for reporting employment eligibility of foreign nationals.

• Small Business: Representation for Demonstration Project for Contractors Employing Persons with Disabilities (252.226-7002) is included.

• Contract Specialist: Swati Jain (520-672-9619, Swati.jain2.civ@army.mil)

• Contracting Officer: Joseph M. Dellinger ((301) 394-0769, joseph.m.dellinger2.civ@army.mil)

• Technical Point of Contact (TPOC): TBD at time of award.

• Adelphi Contracting Division Website: http://www.arl.army.mil/www/default.cfm?page=509

• Tax Exemption: Exemption certificate number 30005004 for Maryland retail sales and use tax.

• Payment Office: Allocates and records payments based on DFARS PGI 204.7108(b)(2).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically a renewal (subscription) of one (1) 12-month license for the Sentaurus Device semiconductor device simulation software package. The government is soliciting and negotiating with only one source, Synopsys, Inc., under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), but will consider all proposals received by the closing date.

• One (1) 12-month license for the Sentaurus Device semiconductor device simulation software package.

• Software License Subscription Renewal.

• Contract Number: W911QX26QA102

• Delivery Required By: 02 July 2026

• Place of Delivery/Performance: U.S. Army Research Laboratory, 6375 Johnson Road, BLDG 321, Aberdeen Proving Ground MD 21005.

• This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Proposals are due on 22 June 2026 by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Offers should be sent to swati.jain2.civ@army.mil.

• The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies.

• The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items, is applicable (N/A for specific criteria).

• Offerors shall include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 (with Alternate I), Offeror Representations.

• The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies.

• The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, applies, along with numerous listed FAR and DFARS clauses.

• NAICS Code: 513210

• Small Business Size Standard: $47,000,000.00

• Set-Aside Code: N/A

• Intent to solicit only one source (Synopsys, Inc.), but all proposals will be considered.

• For information regarding this solicitation, contact joseph.m.dellinger2.civ@army.mil.

• The acquisition is not rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).