Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b). A firm fixed priced contract will be issued to VMWARE or an authorized dealer thereof. This requirement is being issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial Items in accordance with FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in the attached solicitation. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) applicable assigned rating for this requirement is DO-C9E. The solicitation number issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) is N00253-13-T-0567 and is attached to this announcement. Provisions and clauses in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circulars are included in the attached solicitation. The applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 511210 and has a size standard of $35.5 million. The government prefers FOB Destination pricing to NUWC Keyport, WA  98345-7610. Requirements and evaluation procedures are listed in the attached solicitation. This solicitation is required to be completely filled out and returned before the solicitation closes. Questions should be submitted via e-mail to: [email protected] or faxed to (360) 396-7036. No paper copies will be mailed. Failure to respond to this RFQ and associated amendments if applicable prior to the closing date and time established may render an offer non-responsive and result in rejection. To access the clauses/provisions to be completed, download the Federal Acquisition Regulations at http://www.arnet.gov/far/. Download the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) at: http://www.acq.osd.mil/dp/dars/dfars.html. Offerors are also advised that these representations and certifications can be completed electronically via the SAM website at https://www.sam.gov.