Data Recovery Center
ID: NOF-0006Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OFHOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OFCPO : RESEARCH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORWASHINGTON, DC, 20410, USA

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER AS A SERVICE (DC10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c50e0ac6215d4db9931c2fafcac0a627/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking qualified contractors to establish an External Disaster Recovery Colocation Data Center (EDRC Data Center) to ensure the continuity of its critical IT infrastructure during outages or natural disasters. The procurement aims to safeguard HUD's IT capabilities by providing comprehensive disaster recovery services, operational continuity, and modernized IT policies and procedures. This initiative is part of HUD's broader IT modernization efforts, with an estimated project value of approximately $6.2 million, and services are expected to be performed primarily at the contractor’s facility west of the Mississippi. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and relevant experience by August 13, 2025, and can contact Dwayne E. Gist at dwayne.e.gist@hud.gov or 202-402-5617 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dwayne E. Gist
    (202) 402-5617
    dwayne.e.gist@hud.gov
    Files
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    PWS Data Center Facility.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for establishing an External Disaster Recovery Colocation Data Center (EDRC Data Center) for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Its purpose is to safeguard HUD's critical IT infrastructure against disruptions, ensuring seamless operations during crises. The PWS details the scope of work, project management, contractor responsibilities, and performance standards. Key components include transition planning, operational availability of 99.982%, and stringent security protocols, aligning with federal guidelines like NIST and FISMA. Furthermore, the PWS mandates comprehensive quality assurance, regular performance reporting, and clear communication regarding maintenance and outages. Deliverables encompass a series of plans and reports, transitioning operational knowledge effectively to mitigate risks. The document emphasizes collaboration between HUD and contractors, maintaining high operational standards while ensuring uninterrupted service delivery amidst potential disasters. Overall, the PWS serves as a foundational framework for enhancing HUD's IT resilience and operational continuity, reflecting government standards for disaster recovery and IT infrastructure management.
    Sources Sought Data Center.pdf
    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is conducting market research through a sources sought synopsis to identify potential contractors for digital email subscription services, associated with an External Disaster Recovery Colocation Data Center (EDRC). This effort focuses on securing comprehensive IT infrastructure support, particularly for disaster recovery, operational continuity during outages or natural disasters, and modernizing IT policies and procedures. Interested organizations are requested to submit their capabilities and relevant experience by August 13, 2025, assisting HUD in assessing market capacity and deciding on procurement methods, which may include small business set-asides or full competition. The expected project value is approximately $6.2 million, with services to be performed primarily at the contractor’s facility west of the Mississippi. HUD emphasizes the requirement for project management, technical analysis, infrastructure monitoring, and training, aiming to ensure effective IT operations and compliance under a performance-based contract. This request is part of HUD’s broader IT modernization efforts and strategic planning.
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