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Justification from OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY • COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: DC. Industry: NAICS 541511 • PSC 7A20.
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SSPO intends to limit the number of sources solicited pursuant to GSAR 538.7104-3(b)(1)(ii) and GSAR 538.7104-4 for the procurement of an additional five years of software licenses and maintenance services including a base year plus four option-years.
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The OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY is seeking to procure an additional five years of software licenses and maintenance services, as outlined in solicitation number 1331L526F13OS0032. This opportunity is being limited to a select number of sources under GSAR regulations for contract justification. Interested bidders should prepare for a comprehensive response that aligns with the specific requirements stated in the justification notice posted on January 7, 2026.
The buyer aims to secure long-term software licensing and maintenance services for a period consisting of one base year and four optional years to enhance software capability and support.
- Review GSAR 538.7104-3(b)(1)(ii) for source limitations.
- Develop a proposal outlining licensing and maintenance capabilities.
- Prepare pricing structures that reflect the required five-year duration.
- Compile necessary documentation as per GSAR compliance requirements.
- Proposal outlining technical capabilities relevant to software services.
- Pricing breakdown for base year and four option years.
- Evidence of compliance with GSAR regulations and past performance records.
- Company credentials and relevant technical experience.
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Response deadline is not provided.
- No details on specific software or maintenance requirements.
- Lack of information on evaluation criteria for bids.
- No defined place of performance is indicated.
- Unclear if there is an incumbent vendor.
- Absence of specifics on pricing expectations for bids.
- No direct contact information for the buyer.
- Strategic business reasons for limited sourcing are not articulated.
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