Cargomax Software Support/Maintenance Renewal

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This document is a Limited Sources/Sole Source Rationale for the procurement of CargoMax software support. It justifies the decision to procure this software on a sole-source basis from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Herbert-ABS Software Solutions, LLC.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains why the opportunity is being awarded on a sole-source basis. It details:

• Requiring Agency: United States Navy (USN) Military Sealift Command (MSC).
• Contracting Activity: Defense Information Systems Agency/Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization.
• Procurement Item: Proprietary, commercial off-the-shelf brand name CargoMax software support.
• Justification: CargoMax software is essential for MSC agency missions, enabling 107 MSC ships to properly load/off-load cargo and maintain vessel trim and stability. The software is deeply integrated into MSC's mission-critical vessel stability system, and replacing it would incur staggering and fiscally irresponsible costs, including duplication of investment, redevelopment of stability models, revalidation of loading conditions, and extensive retraining.
• Sole Source Contractor: Herbert-ABS Software Solutions, LLC.
• Market Research: Research confirmed that the items are not available via GSA, DOD ESI BPA, or NASA SEWP. No competitor functional replacement products exist in the market that meet the Government's needs. The Government will continue to conduct market research for future competitive actions.
• Period of Performance: Date of award through February 10, 2027.
• Estimated Value: Not specified in this document.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ/RFP) for commercial items, specifically for "CargoMax Software Support Renewal" and "Herbert-ABS Secure FTP Data Maintenance" and "Herbert-ABS CargoMax Software Maintenance". The government is procuring these services.

• CargoMax Software Support Renewal (FFP)

• Herbert-ABS Secure FTP Data Maintenance (FFP)

• Herbert-ABS CargoMax Software Maintenance (FFP)

• The government is authorized to any updates or new releases between February 11, 2026, and the date of award at no additional cost.

• Contractors shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent.

• Section 508 Standards for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility are applicable.

• Contract type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Date of award through February 10, 2027.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but NAICS code 513210 with a size standard of $47,000,000 is listed.

• Offer Due Date: 12:00 PM, May 21, 2026.

• Evaluation Factors: The procurement is a sole source negotiated procurement. Offers will be reviewed for technical acceptability and price reasonableness.

  • Technical Factor: Must be from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorized reseller. Must provide completed pricing on RFQ Attachment 1, and FAR and DFAR representations. Must satisfy the entire government requirement. Must have a valid System for Award Management (SAM) registration.
  • Price Factor: Government will verify all requirements are priced, calculations are correct, and prices are clear. A price realism analysis may be performed. All available discounts are requested.

• The acquisition is listed as "UNRESTRICTED".

• This solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference. FAR 52.212-5 is attached.

• Electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports is required via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Specific points of contact for the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist are provided.