7A--WV-ANALYTICAL CNTRL FAC-AVID SOFTWARE LI
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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 US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued an Award Notice for Avid Media Composer software licenses and support. This acquisition is for the WV-ANALYTICAL CNTRL FAC and supports national USFWS and DOI video editing projects. The procurement was justified as a single-source acquisition due to the proprietary nature of Avid's software and hardware.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Avid Media Composer software to facilitate video editing using existing Avid systems. This software is critical for supporting national-level USFWS and Department of the Interior (DOI) projects, as well as maintaining continuity for ongoing Avid-based video productions.
Contract Details
- Type: Award Notice (for a purchase)
- Agency: US Fish and Wildlife Service (Department of the Interior)
- Product/Service Code: 7A20 (Application Development Software Delivered By Perpetual License)
- Set-Aside: Not specified
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
Justification for Single Source
The acquisition was justified as a single-source procurement from AVID Technology, Inc. This decision was based on AVID Technology, Inc. being the sole manufacturer capable of providing the necessary technical assistance and support for their proprietary software and hardware. This is essential for the government's existing Avid video editing systems and to ensure seamless continuation of current projects.