70--SolidWorks Subscription Service

The US Army Contracting Command at Natick intends to award a firm fixed price contract for the renewal of SolidWorks Subscription Service licenses to Lyme Computer Systems, Inc., located in Lyme, New Hampshire. Lyme Computer Systems is the sole authorized vendor by SolidWorks, granting them unique access to all SolidWorks subcontract holders, which enables efficient coordination of licenses across various Directorates requiring this service. This contract is being awarded under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and classified under NAICS code 423430 and SIC code 5045. Although only one responsible source is being considered, all qualified vendors are invited to submit bids, proposals, or quotations for consideration. The contracting opportunity was posted on May 17, 2012, and inquiries or responses were to be sent to the Supervisory Contract Specialist, Steve Streeter, by May 27, 2012, at 5:00 PM EST. The Department of Defense office overseeing this procurement is located in Natick, Massachusetts, with the contract focusing on maintaining continuous access to SolidWorks software licenses necessary for various defense-related projects. The procurement ensures that the Army maintains authorized software licenses with proper coordination and management through a trusted and authorized vendor.