Request for Information (RFI) for a Deployable High Performance Computer (HPC)
ID: N00019-24-NORFP-WPM266-0330Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/813d902d6c9b4434b5653ac634c8af92/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Systems Command, is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) for a Deployable High Performance Computer (HPC) intended for use with the United States Marine Corps MQ-9A Unmanned Aerial System (UAS). The objective is to identify potential solutions that meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum compute density of 80 TFLOPS, compliance with various military standards, and the ability to operate securely at the Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) level. This HPC is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of tactical unmanned aerial systems, ensuring they can process data efficiently in demanding environments. Interested parties are invited to submit detailed white papers via email within 60 days of the RFI release, with responses limited to 20 pages. For further inquiries, contact Kristina Johnson or Breanne Jilcott at the provided email addresses.

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    Kristina Johnson
    kristina.m.johnson79.civ@us.navy.mil
    Breanne Jilcott
    breanne.n.jilcott.civ@us.navy.mil
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