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NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE

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N0017325Q1301390922 Federal

Response Deadline08/06/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, under the Department of Defense, intends to award a sole source contract to a single vendor for services related to the NAICS code 513210, which pertains to data processing and hosting services. The solicitation number is N0017325Q1301390922, and the notice was posted on August 4, 2026, with a response deadline of August 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The contract will be performed at the Naval Research Laboratory’s location in Washington, D.C., with a zip code of 20375. The primary point of contact is Carrie Cawley, reachable at carrie.a.cawley.civ@us.navy.mil, with Katrina Gallagher listed as a secondary contact. There is no set-aside designation for small businesses or other categories, indicating this is a full and open sole source opportunity with no competition expected. The opportunity is accessible via the SAM.gov website for further details and documentation.

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U.S. Navy awards sole source contract for data hosting services to one vendor in Washington, D.C.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Research LaboratoryView Agency

NAICS

513210 - Software PublishersView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20375, USA

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NONE

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PostedAug 4

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Response DeadlineAug 6

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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Department Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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Katrina Gallagher

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Pulsed Laser System

Solicitation # N0017326Q5264

The Naval Research Laboratory intends to award a sole source purchase order to RPMC LASERS for a pulsed laser system, determining that no other supplier can meet its specific requirements. This action is justified under the Federal Acquisition Regulation’s Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as the anticipated value does not exceed $350,000, and the procurement is classified under NAICS code 334413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees and FSC/PSC code 6640. The requirement is designated as a Small Business Set Aside - Total, indicating the contract is reserved exclusively for small businesses, though only one source has been identified as capable of fulfilling the need. Interested parties have fifteen calendar days from the notice’s publication to demonstrate that competitive sourcing would benefit the government, but any submissions must provide clear and convincing evidence and will not be reimbursed. All communication must reference the notice number and be directed to Richard Key at the provided Navy email address. The action is set to proceed unless compelling justification for competition is received before the response deadline, and performance will occur in Washington, D.C.

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Supply of Cadence Design Systems Software Licenses (Product 12345, 67890, 54321)The contract entails the supply of three commercial off-the-shelf software licenses from Cadence Design Systems, specifically under product numbers 12345, 67890, and 54321, with no requirement for customization, integration, or additional development. The software is to be delivered as standard products, fulfilling the Naval Research Laboratory’s needs under the Department of Defense. The NAICS code 511210 identifies this as a software publishing activity, aligning with the nature of the procurement. The place of performance is listed as Washington, 20375, indicating the delivery point or operational location for the licensed software usage. The opportunity was posted on August 1, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., allowing interested parties a nine-day window to submit proposals. This is classified as a subcontract, and no specific set-aside program applies, meaning any qualified vendor may respond. The contract is accessible via the SAM.gov platform for official documentation and submission details.

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Microwave Office (MWO) Software Support – EM Simulation ModuleThe contract encompasses a one-year technical support and software maintenance agreement for the Cadence Microwave Office tool with the EM Simulation option, specifically tailored for RF and microwave circuit design applications. This includes ongoing delivery of software updates, critical patches, and responsive technical assistance to ensure continuous functionality and performance optimization of the tool within the demanding environments of electromagnetic simulation. Support will be provided to maintain compatibility, resolve operational issues, and assist users in maximizing the capabilities of the EM Simulation module for advanced design workflows. The contract is issued under the Naval Research Laboratory, a branch of the Department of Defense, with performance to be carried out at a location in Washington, DC, with a ZIP code of 20375. Classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design and related services, the agreement is structured as a subcontract and was posted on August 1, 2026, with responses required by August 10, 2026. The scope is focused exclusively on sustaining the software’s operational integrity and user productivity over the contracted term, without broader procurement or licensing elements.

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COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

Solicitation # N0017326Q1301392348a

The solicitation N0017326Q1301392348a, issued by the Naval Research Laboratory under the Department of Defense, is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items with no set-aside designation. It seeks proposals related to the NAICS code 513210, which pertains to data processing and hosting services, and is open to all eligible commercial vendors. The solicitation was posted on August 1, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. All bids must be submitted through the official SAM.gov portal, and performance of the contract is expected to occur in Washington, District of Columbia, specifically at the 20375 zip code area. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Carrie Cawley, with secondary support provided by Katrina Gallagher, both reachable via their official U.S. Navy email addresses. Interested parties are directed to the attached bid schedule and the full solicitation document on the SAM.gov workspace for detailed terms, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements.

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