Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee intends to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract for the renewal of ANSYS Discovery Simulation and ANSYS Mechanical software licenses. These licenses are essential for training government employees and developing standard analysis methods related to the functionality of the White Oak Tunnel 9 facility.

Ansys, Inc. is the only authorized provider for these software products through the Department of Defense GSA Schedule, and this procurement is classified under 541519 – Other Computer Related Services and PSC 7A21. The contract will not be set aside for small businesses, as Ansys, Inc. is categorized as a large business. Interested parties are encouraged to submit responses electronically by 10 a.m. CST on December 16, 2025. The government will review any received responses to determine if a competitive procurement process is necessary.