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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 Department of the Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), has issued an Award Notice for a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract for Multi Link Software subscriptions. This action is justified due to Northrop Grumman Corporation being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the sole provider of these proprietary licenses, which are critical for supporting existing servers.
Scope of Work
This contract covers the provision of forty (40) Multi Link Software subscriptions, part number 172-DSS-ML. These subscriptions are replacements for licenses for the Multi Link System Test and Training Tool (MLST3). Delivery is expected within two (2) weeks after order receipt.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-fixed-price
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but funding is allocated from Fiscal Year 2026 Other Procurement, Navy (OPN) and Research Development Test & Evaluation (RDT&E).
- Set-Aside: None (sole source)
- Place of Performance: Dahlgren, VA
- Published Date: March 26, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The Justification and Approval (J&A) document confirms that Northrop Grumman Corporation is the OEM of the servers and their associated proprietary software. No other vendor can provide these specific licenses. Procuring from an alternative source would necessitate a complete redesign of the existing system, leading to significant additional costs, resource expenditure, and unacceptable delays, estimated at 18-24 months. Market research, including expert consultation and internet searches, did not identify any other capable vendors.
Future Competition
NSWCDD currently has no plans to compete future contracts for these specific supplies/services. Future assessments will be made if potential sources emerge.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Lee Ann Mizelle at lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil or 540-742-8050.