Adaptive Storage Platform (ASP-2)
ID: LLNLHPC859Type: Sources Sought
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFLLNS – DOE CONTRACTORLivermore, CA, 94551, USA

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Computer Storage Device Manufacturing (334112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e466fb19bc054a3ab16386572ad6d683/view
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    The Department of Energy, through Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC (LLNS), is seeking sources for preliminary research and planning related to an Adaptive Storage Platform (ASP-2). The procurement aims to identify contractors with significant expertise in compute and storage systems, specifically those experienced with adaptive storage platforms, to supply standard hardware components necessary for various compute and storage systems. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the capabilities of LLNS in managing and utilizing data effectively. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit detailed qualifications and capabilities via email to Minh-Thao Nguyen at nguyen128@llnl.gov.

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    Minh-Thao Nguyen
    nguyen128@llnl.gov
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