Node-Locked Software Subscription Renewal – EXata & QualNet

The contract renews node-locked software licenses for EXata and QualNet, network simulation and emulation tools critical to defense-related research and development. These licenses are essential for conducting detailed network modeling, performance analysis, and battlefield communication system testing within secure military environments. The renewal ensures continued operational capability without disruption, maintaining compliance with defense standards and supporting ongoing projects that rely on accurate, high-fidelity network simulations. The software is tied to specific hardware configurations, ensuring controlled and secure usage as required for classified and sensitive defense applications. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the Naval Air Warfare Center, part of the Department of Defense, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 511210 for software publishing. The posting date is August 7, 2026, and responses must be submitted by August 17, 2026, at 11:00 PM. The contract does not specify a set-aside type, and no additional details are provided for the place of performance or point of contact, indicating the renewal process follows standard internal procurement procedures for established software subscriptions within the defense community.