ABAQUS Program Software Renewal

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, titled "COMMERCIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS," outlines the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Transportation Acquisition Regulations (TAR) clauses incorporated by reference into the contract. It serves to inform potential bidders of the standard terms and conditions that will govern the contract.

• FAR Clauses: Lists numerous FAR provisions and clauses, including but not limited to:
  • FAR 52.203-18: Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation
  • FAR 52.204-7: System for Award Management-Registration (DEVIATION SEPT 2025)
  • FAR 52.225-2: Buy American Certificate
  • FAR 52.225-25: Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-Representation and Certifications
  • FAR 52.212-4: Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services
  • FAR 52.222-19: Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies
  • FAR 52.223-23: Sustainable Products and Services
  • FAR 52.240-93: Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems
• TAR Clauses: Lists several TAR clauses, including:
  • TAR 1252.232-70: Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (TAR Class Deviation 2025-02_A1)
  • TAR 1252.239-70: Security Requirements for Unclassified Information Technology Resources
  • TAR 1252.239-93: Information and Communication Technology Accessibility
• Access to Full Text: Provides links to https://www.acquisition.gov/ and https://www.acquisition.gov/tar for accessing the full text of these clauses.
• Payment Procedures: Details the electronic submission of payment requests via the DELPHI system (iSupplier), including definitions, requirements, and registration procedures through login.gov.

Bidders must review these incorporated clauses to understand the mandatory legal and regulatory requirements that will apply to the contract. This includes understanding obligations related to representations and certifications, system registrations (SAM.gov), ethical conduct, cybersecurity, and payment processing. The specific details within these clauses can significantly impact proposal preparation, contract performance, and invoicing procedures.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Abaqus Specification Sheet," details the specific software licenses, training, and maintenance services required for the opportunity. It serves as a specification for the items to be procured.

• Item Number: Unique identifier for each item.

• Name: Description of the software license, training, or maintenance.

• Description: Duration or type of license/training/maintenance (e.g., 10-Month License, 1-Year Training, 1-Year Maintenance).

• Quantity: The number of units required for each item.

• License SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended (10-Month License): 1 unit

• License for SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended Tokens (10-Month License): 14 units

• License for SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended (10-Month License): 1 unit

• Learning Experience for SIMULIA Structures (1-Year Training): 10 units

• Maintenance for SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended (1-Year Maintenance): 1 unit

• Maintenance for SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended Tokens (1-Year Maintenance): 12 units

• Maintenance for SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended (1-Year Maintenance): 1 unit

• Maintenance for SIMULIA Abaqus/CAE Extended Tokens (1-Year Maintenance): 12 units

This specification sheet directly informs bidders about the exact software, training, and maintenance requirements, including quantities and durations. Bidders must use this information to prepare their proposals and pricing. All items are to be delivered to the technical point of contact, Jon Leblanc, via email at jon.leblanc@dot.gov, by April 15, 2026.