The Government requires the renewal (subscription) of one (1) 12-month license for the semiconductor device simulation software package for the Sentaurus Device
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Solicitation #
W911QX26QA102
NAICS
513210
PSC
7A21
Posted
June 18, 2026
Response due
June 22, 2026
Place of performance
Adelphi, MD
What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is buying a 12-month license for semiconductor device simulation software for the Sentaurus Device, suitable for businesses with a NAICS code of 513210. This is not a set-aside opportunity, as indicated by the Set-Aside Code of N/A. Since this is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notice, businesses should track the opportunity rather than preparing to bid, as the government intends to award the contract to a single source, Synopsys, Inc.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
COMBO SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS
1. Class Code: 7A21
2. NAICS Code: 513210
3. Subject: The Government requires the renewal (subscription) of one (1) 12-month license for the semiconductor device simulation software package for the Sentaurus Device
4. Solicitation Number: W911QX26QA102
5. Set-Aside Code: N/A
6. Response Date: 22 June 2026
7. Place of Delivery/Performance:
U.S. Army Research Laboratory
6375 Johnson Road, BLDG 321
Aberdeen Proving Ground MD 21005
8.
(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE
The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government is soliciting and negotiating with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. The Government intends to award to to Synopsys, Inc. 675 Almanor Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (CAGE Code: 0WJ76). This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government will consider all proposals received prior to the closing date and time of this solicitation.
(ii) The solicitation number is W911QX26QA102 This acquisition is issued as an request for quotation (RFQ).
(iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06.
(iv) The associated NAICS code is 513210. The small business size standard is 47,000,000.00.
(v) The following is a list of contract line item number(s) and items, quantities and units of measure, (including option(s), if applicable):
CLIN 0001: One (1) 12-month license for the semiconductor device simulation software package for the Sentaurus Device
(vi) Description of requirements: Software License Subscription Renewal for the semiconductor device simulation software package for the Sentaurus Device.
(vii) Delivery is required by 02 July 2026. Delivery shall be made to Army Research Laboratory, 6375 Johnson Road BLDG 321, Aberdeen Proving Ground MD 21005. Acceptance shall be performed at Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) Army Research Laboratory, 6375 Johnson Road BLDG 321, Aberdeen Proving Ground MD 21005. The FOB point is Destination.
(viii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this provision: NONE
(ix) The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items is applicable to this acquisition. The specific evaluation criteria to be included in paragraph (a) of that provision are as follows: N/A
(x) Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3 (with its Alternate I), Offeror Representations with its offer . NONE
(xi) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this clause. NONE
(xii) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items and the selected clauses listed in DFARS 212.301 Solicitation provisions and Contract Clauses for the Acquisition of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following additional FAR/DFARS clauses cited in this clause are applicable:
FAR:
52.204-10 REPORTING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND FIRST-TIER
SUBCONTRACT AWARDS (OCT 2018)
52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE (OCT 2018)
52.204-18 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE (AUG 2020
52.204-23, PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, AND SERVICES DEVELOPED OR PROVIDED BY
KASPERSKY LAB AND OTHER COVERED ENTITIES (DEC 2023)
52.204-25, PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)
52.204-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION (JUN 2023)
52.209-6 PROTECTING THE GOVERNMENT’ INTEREST WHEN SUBCONTRACTING WITH CONTRACTORS DEBARRED, SUSPENDED, OR PROPOSED FOR DEBARMENT (OCT 2015)
52.219-28 POST-AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (MAY 2020)
52.222-3 CONVICT LABOR (JUN 2003)
52.222-19 CHILD LABOR—COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES (JAN 2022)
52.222-36 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (JUL 2014)
52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (JAN 2019)
52.225-13 RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (JUN 2008)
52.226-8, ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT
MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING (MAY 2024)
52.232-33 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER—CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION (OCT 2018)
52.232-39, UNENFORCEABILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED OBLIGATIONS
(JUN 2013)
52.232-40 PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS (MAR 2023)
52.233-3, PROTEST AFTER AWARD (AUG 1996)
52.233-4, APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIM (OCT
2004)
DFARS:
*252.203-7005 REPRESENTATION RELATING TO COMPENSATION OF FORMER DOD OFFICIALS (NOV 2011)
*252.204-7008 COMPLIANCE WITH SAFEGUARDING COVERED DEFENSE INFORMATION CONTROLS (OCT 2016)
*252.204-7016 COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES—REPRESENTATION (DEC 2019)
*252.204-7017 PROHIBITION ON THE ACQUISITON OF COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES—REPRESENTATION (DEC 2019)
252.204-7018, PROHIBITION ON THE ACQUISITION OF COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES (JAN 2023)
*252.204-7019 NOTICE OF NIST SP 800-171 DOD ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS (MAR 2022)
*252.225-7055 REPRESENTATI…
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