Contract Vehicles

SEWP

The NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP V) is a multi-award GWAC vehicle focused on IT products and product-based services. SEWP provides the latest in Information Technology (IT) products for all Federal Agencies, including: tablets, desktops and servers; IT peripherals; network equipment; storage systems; security tools; software products; cloud based services; video conferencing systems and other IT and Audio-Visual products.

• About SEWP
  • The NASA SEWP (Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement) GWAC (Government-Wide Acquisition Contract) provides the latest in Information Technology (IT) products and services for all Federal Agencies and their approved contractors. The statutory authority allowing usage of the SEWP contracts by the entire Federal Government is NASA's designation as an Executive Agent by OMB based on the Information Technology Management Reform Act (ITMRA) of 1996, now the Clinger Cohen Act.
  • Providing the latest in commercial ICT/AV products and services, the NASA SEWP contract vehicle has an outstanding track record of serving up fresh technology for Federal Agencies. SEWP is a GWAC consisting of over 140 pre-competed PrimeContract Holders, including more than 100 small
• Fair Opportunity
  • SEWP V is composed of 202 Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to 148 prime contract holders, both manufacturers and resellers of IT equipment. The contracts were awarded in five contract Groups – two full and open and three set-aside competitions. Since all awards were multi-award contracts, Fair Opportunity (refer to FAR 16.505(b)) must be given to all contractors in one or more Groups. The following steps may assist customers in determining which contract best fulfills their requirements:
    • Market Research:According to Federal Acquisition Regulations, (FAR) Part 10, appropriate market research based on the size and complexity of the acquisition is required. The Online Quick RFI Tool and Quote Request Tool (QRT) SEWP tools assist in this market research process.
    • Fair Opportunity:FAR 16.505(b)(1) provides that each contractor shall be given fair opportunity to be considered for each order exceeding $3,000 and issued under multiple award contracts. The FAR states that the method to obtain fair opportunity is at the discretion of the CO and that the CO must document the rationale for placement and price of each order. NOTE: Fair Opportunity to all Contract Holders within one or more SEWP Groups is required. There is no requirement to obtain three quotes if all Contract Holders within a Group were provided opportunity to provide a quote. The online QRT is the recommended method to assist the CO and augment the required decision documentation. The QRT automatically includes the Contract Holders within a selected Group or based on a suggested source.
    • Best Value:Once market research is completed, the end-user’s needs, technical requirements, Contract Holder program performance, price, Agency policy and other factors related to the exercise of sound business judgment should be considered in making a best value determination.
  • Surcharge:
    • As of October 1, 2020, the SEWP surcharge for all orders is a 0.34%. The fee is included in the price of all products and is not separately listed on quotes. It is the Contract Holder’s responsibility to pay the fee from their quoted product prices.
  • How to obtain a quote for hardware, software, or services:
    • The official SEWP Quote Request Tool is the best way to request quotes using the SEWP contract.
    • To request a SEWP quote directly from Merlin International, Inc., please reach out to SEWPorders@merlincyber.com. Additionally, you can utilize the contact information below:
      • Melika Naghizadeh, SEWP Program Manager, 703-915-6898, mnaghizadeh@merlin-intl.com

• • • • Lauren Goldbeck, SEWP Deputy Program Manager, 703-752-5475, lgoldbeck@merlincyber.com 

• Warranty:
  • Merlin International, Inc. adheres the OEM provided warranty, extended warranty, customized warranty, and maintenance plans – including software updates and security patches (when available.)
• Post Delivery Issues:
  • Should any issues arise during or after fulfillment of a SEWP related task order, please contact the Merlin International, Inc. Program Manager, Melika Naghizadeh directly for immediate support.
• Contact the SEWP PMO Directly:
  • NASA SEWP Webpage:  https://sewp.nasa.gov/index.shtml
  • NASA SEWP Helpline: (301) 286-1478
  • NASA SEWP Helpdesk:  help@sewp.nasa.gov

FIRSTSOURCE II

Provided through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), FirstSource II provides access to Merlin’s capabilities in the acquisition and deployment of commercially-available IT commodities, solutions, and services

GSA IT-70

IT Schedule 70 delivers federal, state, and local customer agencies the tools and expertise needed to shorten procurement cycles, ensure compliance, and obtain the best value for innovative technology products, services, and solutions. With more than 7.5 million products and services from over 4,600 pre-vetted vendors, federal agencies, as well as civilian, state, and local organizations, continue to maximize budgets, and reduce buying cycles by up to 50 percent over open market.

GSA IT-70, SIN 132-44; CONTINUOUS DIAGNOSTICS & MITIGATION (CDM) TOOLS:

The CDM Tools SIN provides Merlin an opportunity to apply to sell software and hardware solutions on a specialized cybersecurity program that is marketed to organizations throughout the federal government. CDM sponsored requirements prioritize the use of the CDM Tools SIN and CDM DEFEND as the preferred method for procurement, giving CDM Tools SIN holders an advantage of obtaining first consideration and opportunity to compete. Additionally, CDM product offerings are consolidated and categorized into product families for ease of discovery and access.

DoD ESI BPA:

This General Service Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract BPAs provide a collection of software, hardware, SaaS and professional services that will bring needed capabilities to the DoD to protect our networks, computers and other devices from adversaries who want to steal data or disrupt the functioning of our networks and devices.

This GSA MAS multiple award BPAs reduce contracting and open market costs such as: search for sources, development of technical documents, solicitations, and the evaluation of offers.

Benefits include negotiated intellectual property terms and conditions and discounted not-to-exceed pricing with the potential of additional spot discounting based on the scope of the order. DoD ESI has established agreements for the purchase of software licenses, software maintenance, hardware, and professional services through these BPAs.