FEMA Region VI: LCR-Offsite Backup Solution
ID: 70FBR625Q00000038Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCYREGION 6Denton, TX, 76209, USA

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: MAINFRAME (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3f76480278ef4204b1e3bf1346abd4f3/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region VI, is seeking quotes for an LCR-Offsite Backup Solution to support its Denton Campus in Texas. The procurement aims to acquire Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) products, and only authorized resellers or distributors are eligible to participate in the bidding process. This initiative is critical for maintaining seamless interoperability with existing IT infrastructure, which is standardized around HP technologies, ensuring operational efficiency and performance. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 12:00 PM CDT on July 29, 2025, with a budget not exceeding $38,000, and are encouraged to direct any inquiries to Contracting Officer Destiny Dyson at Destiny.Dyson@fema.dhs.gov.

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    Destiny Dyson
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    destiny.dyson@fema.dhs.gov
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    2.2.1 70FBR625Q00000038.pdf
    This document pertains to a Request for Quotes (RFQ) issued by FEMA for the procurement of an Offsite Backup Solution to support the Denton Campus of FEMA Region VI. The primary objective is to solicit quotes for Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) products, emphasizing that only authorized resellers or distributors can participate. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 33411, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. The budget for the procurement is set not to exceed $38,000, with quotes due by 12:00 PM CDT on July 29, 2025. The evaluation will be conducted on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Supplier documentation is required to confirm their authorization to sell HPE products, as failure to provide this may render offers unacceptable. The document outlines payment and invoicing terms, which include a net 30-day payment schedule post-acceptance of goods, and stipulates delivery within 35 days after order receipt. Additionally, it mandates compliance with various federal clauses related to telecommunications equipment and contractor responsibilities. The structured guidelines ensure the procurement process enables effective vendor selection while adhering to federal contracting laws.
    2.2.1 Blank_Sole Source Sole Brand Justification HP Server - Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a sole source/sole brand justification request by FEMA Region VI for the procurement of Hewlett-Packard (HP) servers. The primary reason for this request is the need for seamless interoperability with existing IT infrastructure, which has been standardized around HP technologies. The servers are specifically designed for efficiency within this infrastructure, ensuring performance, scalability, and simplified management. The justification emphasizes that adopting a different brand would significantly disrupt compatibility and operational efficiency, thus compromising critical mission functions. Additionally, no alternative brands were evaluated due to the necessity of replacing an end-of-life system rather than seeking a new solution. The request has been certified to meet competitive bidding requirements and ensures compliance with procurement regulations, underpinning the importance of maintaining integrity in the IT environment while avoiding complications from vendor protests or audits.
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