Capacity as A Service (CaaS)
ID: M00264-26-RFI-003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: SERVERS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B22)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/1411fe132a484424b491f44705f8dc8c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps Installations National Capital Region – Regional Contracting Office (MCINCR-RCO), is conducting market research to identify small business vendors capable of providing Capacity as a Service (CaaS) to support its Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E) core infrastructure, laboratory environments, and data centers. The CaaS solution will involve the provision, installation, and maintenance of compute, networking, and storage hardware at designated government facilities, with a focus on modular, enterprise-grade performance and compliance with DoD security requirements. Interested vendors are invited to submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by January 16, 2025, at 08:00 AM EST, and should direct their submissions to Kellie Holley and Kevin Guertin via email. This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for offers.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kevin D. Guertin
    kevin.guertin@usmc.mil
    Kellie Holley
    kellie.holley@usmc.mil
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    Performance Work Statement (PWS) Draft Capacity aas a Service (CaaS).pdf
    The Marine Corps Installations Command (MCICOM) G-6 Installation Systems Branch (ISB) seeks a Capacity as a Service (CaaS) solution to modernize its RDT&E core infrastructure and data centers. This RFI, M00264-26-RFI-003, outlines the requirement for agile, on-demand, on-premise computing, networking, and storage resources, aligning with the Data Center Optimization Initiative (DCOI). The contractor will deliver, install, and maintain bare-metal hardware at government facilities, with operational control transferring to the government upon acceptance. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) model for unit-based capacity, with billing tied to acceptance and ceasing upon deactivation. Key requirements include compatibility with various operating systems, enterprise-grade performance, robust security, and comprehensive OEM support. The contract has a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, with specific SLAs for delivery, incident response, and billing suspension for inoperable capacity. Contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens and adhere to strict security protocols.
    REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) and Draft PWS Final.pdf
    The Marine Corps Installations Command (MCICOM) G-6 Installation Systems Branch (ISB) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify small business vendors capable of providing Capacity as a Service (CaaS). This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a request for quote. The CaaS solution will support the Marine Corps' Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E) infrastructure, laboratory environments, and data centers. The government is seeking information on the ability to provide modular, enterprise-grade compute, storage, and network hardware, including installation, lifecycle maintenance, and OEM support. Key aspects include compatibility with various operating systems, adherence to DoD security requirements, and a firm-fixed-price per-unit billing model. Responses are due by January 4, 2025, and should address capabilities, potential barriers to competition, pricing, and NAICS classifications.
    REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) and Draft PWS - Final.pdf
    The Marine Corps Installations National Capital Region – Regional Contracting Office (MCINCR-RCO) is conducting market research through an RFI (M00264-26-RFI-003) to identify small businesses capable of providing Capacity as a Service (CaaS). This RFI is for informational and planning purposes, not a solicitation for offers. The CaaS solution will support the Marine Corps Installations Command (MCICOM) G-6 Installation Systems Branch (ISB)'s Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E) core infrastructure, laboratory environments, and data centers. The required CaaS involves providing, installing, and maintaining compute, networking, and storage hardware at designated government facilities (Kansas City, MO, and Quantico, VA). The contract type will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with unit pricing, and the government will not take ownership of the hardware. The RFI seeks industry feedback on technical specifications, potential risks, commercial availability, pricing structures, and NAICS codes. Submissions are due by January 16, 2025, at 08:00 AM EST.
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