D -- software maintenance

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), Mechanical Solutions Division has a requirement for a maintenance software support contract for their Pro Engineer software. The maintenance on the software is necessary to keep it functioning efficiently to meet schedule product delivery dates and minimize the downtime of the Fleet aircraft. In order to remain compatible in form, fit and function with the current existing equipment, the Government intends to negotiate with Parametric Technology Corp., 140 Kendrick St, Needham, MA on an other than full and open competitive basis. Parametric Technology Corp. is the only known source that can meet the specification of the Government. They are the original developers of the software and have proprietary rights to the software. Written requests for copies of Request for Quotation may be faxed or emailed to the attention of Betty Goddard, elizabeth.goddard@ navy.mil (301) 757-0200 by 2:30P M Eastern Standard Time, 23 Nov 2005. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which will be considered by the agency.