The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to award a sole source contract for a software license pertaining to a modified version of an existing coatings degradation model, known as the Coating Degradation API. This software license is specifically being procured from Computational Mechanics International to fulfill agency requirements for advanced modeling capabilities related to coatings degradation.

This procurement will be conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, adhering to relevant federal acquisition regulations. While this notice outlines the intent for a sole source award, parties with the capability to meet these requirements may express their interest by providing detailed information demonstrating their qualifications. Any responses will be reviewed to assess whether a competitive procurement is warranted.