Cluster Upgrade
ID: N6893624Q0266Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTERCHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTE (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c63fb84bfc0e4757872795c9bf5cc0eb/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center, is seeking to procure upgraded cluster equipment to enhance its computing capabilities at the Weapons Division in China Lake, CA. The procurement includes a series of server builds and an Ethernet switch, with specific hardware requirements for various server types such as Head Node, Compute Node, Storage Node, and others, all of which must comply with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). This upgrade is crucial for supporting government operations that rely on high-performance computing infrastructure. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their written responses to the designated contacts, Christine Beltramo and Scott Hansen, by the specified response date.

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    Technical Secifications.docx
    This government document outlines the technical specifications for a series of server builds and an Ethernet switch, intended for procurement under federal RFP guidelines. It calls for multiple types of servers designated as "Head Node," "Compute Node," "Storage Node," "Metadata Node," "VM Host," and "VM Storage," each with specific hardware requirements, including processors, RAM, SSDs, and network adapters. For instance, the Head Node requires a 16-core processor and SSDs, while Compute Nodes involve high-density quad node configurations with multiple 8-core processors and significant RAM. Additionally, the Ethernet switch specified is a 48-port managed device, compliant with TAA standards. The purpose of this document is to detail the hardware specifications necessary for governmental computing needs, ensuring that potential vendors understand the requirements for bid submissions. It emphasizes the necessity of compliance with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA), reflecting the government's commitment to domestic and international trade integrity. This technical outline aids in obtaining the necessary technological infrastructure to support various government operations effectively.
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