NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - FlexCompute Inc License Tidy3D

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically for the purchase of a FlexCompute Inc. license for Tidy3D software. The government intends to solicit this requirement from only one source, FlexCompute Inc., under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). This notice serves as the only solicitation, and proposals are requested.

• The primary requirement is the purchase of a FlexCompute Inc. license for Tidy3D.

• Specifications are detailed in an attached document titled "Silent Salient Characteristics."

• Delivery is to the Logistics Warehouse at 2800 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi, MD 20783.

• The proposed contract type is Commercial, Firm Fixed Price.

• Contract financing is not available for this acquisition.

• The acquisition is being processed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP).

• This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).

• Proposals are due via email to the Primary Point of Contact five (5) days after the posting date.

• Evaluation criteria are listed as N/A, as this is a sole source acquisition.

• Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations).

• Offerors must also provide their business size in relation to NAICS code 513210 and identify any socioeconomic categories.

• This acquisition is not a set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 513210 (Software Publishers)

• Small Business Standard: $47,000,000.00

• The government intends to award a contract to FlexCompute Inc., CAGE Code: 7CUK1; UEI: P674DJ481TB5.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01.

• A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses are included in the document.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides special instructions and information relevant to potential bidders responding to a SAM.gov opportunity. It details points of contact, contract type, inspection and acceptance procedures, tax exemption information, award conditions, duty-free entry processes, website resources, foreign national employment guidelines, payment terms, and specific contract clauses.

• Points of Contact: Provides contact information for the Contract Specialist (Meghan Dumler) and Contracting Officer (Morgan Evans) for this action.
• Contract Type: Specifies a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract.
• Award Conditions: States that no award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited; offers proposing less will be considered nonresponsive.
• Duty-Free Entry: Directs bidders to the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for duty-free entry (DFE) processing and provides a link for training.
• Foreign Nationals: Outlines requirements for offerors who plan to employ foreign nationals, including submitting documentary evidence of employment eligibility.
• Payment Terms: States that payment terms of less than net 30 days are unacceptable.
• Key Clauses: Incorporates by reference FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses, including:
  • 252.211-7003 ITEM IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION (MAR 2016): Details requirements for unique item identification and marking, including definitions and reporting procedures.
  • 252.232-7006 WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS (DEC 2018): Mandates the use of Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) for submitting payment requests and receiving reports, providing specific instructions and routing data.
• Receiving Room Requirement: Specifies receiving hours and location at ADELPHI LABORATORY CENTER for truck shipments.