70--ATOMISTIC SCALE COMPUTATIONAL SIMULATION SOFTWARE

NASA/LaRC has a requirement for Accelrys Atomistic Computational Simulation Software Perpetual License. NASA/LaRC intends to purchase the software package from Accelrys, Inc., as the only source that can meet Agency requirements. The Accelrys atomistic scale computational simulation softwage package is required for the Nondestructive Evaluation Sciences Branch (NESB) to advance the technology of sensors, sensing mechanisms and sensor material. The total Accelrys software package is the only package that is seamlessly linked to perform the various tasks required for NESB's present research objectives. The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:30 p.m. local time on April 8, 2004. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. Interested parties may contact the Contracting Officer for a copy of the solicitation. An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note "B". Any referenced notes may be viewed at the following URLs linked below.