Intent to Sole Source - VMware Voice Software and License Renewal

Project ID: FA301026Q53255812 FederalOpportunitiesSpecial Notice

Overview

Agency	Air Education and Training Command
Deadline	05/08/26
Posted	05/07/26
Estimated Value	$25,000 - $249,999 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	513210 - Software Publishers
PSC	7B22 - IT And Telecom - Compute: Servers (Hardware And Perpetual License Software)
Location	Biloxi, MS 39534 United States

Description

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This is a notice of intent to award a sole source contract and is not a request for competitive quotes. This non-competitive award is implemented by FAR 6.104-2(a) and FAR 12.102(a), as it has been deemed that only one source is available to meet this specific requirement. The Government intends to award a sole source contract to Carahsoft Technology Corp. for VMware Voice Software and License Renewal. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all quotes received by the date specified herein will be considered by the Government. Interested parties may identify their interest and may submit a quote and/or capability statement by 8:00 AM CDT, 8 May 2026. Capability statements and quotes shall be sent via email to macey.behee@us.af.mil. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed contract, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Government intends to award a sole source contract to Carahsoft Technology Corp. for VMware Voice Software and License Renewal. This non-competitive award is justified as it has been determined that only one source is available to meet the specific requirements of the Department of the Air Force (DAF). The DAF has mandated the use of DISA VMware by Broadcom Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for all new and renewal software licenses, making Carahsoft the sole and mandatory source for this procurement. Work Details The contract involves the renewal of VMware License and Technical Support for Voice Systems Operation. The current licenses supporting the NIPR system are specifically for VMware, and it is crucial that renewal licenses remain the same brand to avoid software failure. The justification states: 'Installing a different brand other than VMware will greatly increase costs and potentially cause a break in mission critical services.' The DISA VMware by Broadcom BPA outlines that all DAF organizations must procure VMware software licenses, maintenance, upgrades, and technical services exclusively through this agreement.

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