SOLIDWORKS LICENSE RENEWAL-GSA AWARD

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Eastern Acquisition Division-Norfolk negotiated a sole-source award with Lyme Technology Solutions for the renewal of SolidWorks software licenses. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 1305M226F0252 and published on June 15, 2026, falls under PSC 7A20 IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE). The Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO) Aircraft Operations Center requires these licenses to design aircraft modifications for its fleet to meet agency mission requirements. The requirement includes SolidWorks 3D CAD and simulation modeling software, which necessitates yearly renewals to ensure continued support and compatibility with files delivered by OMAO customers.

The agency determined that the SolidWorks brand name is essential because the workforce is extensively trained in its modeling environment and the software is used for direct interaction with existing aircraft CAD deliverables. Market research indicated that alternative products do not meet agency needs and the cost and time required to transition to a new platform would create an undue burden. Lyme Technology Solutions, located in Lebanon, New Hampshire, was identified as the sole GSA contract holder providing these specific licenses. This Justification and Approval (J&A) was processed under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), with Michelle Walton serving as the point of contact for the acquisition.