The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center, intends to procure custom Getac laptops and solid-state drives on a sole-source basis from Getac Inc., with competition among authorized distributors. The procurement includes 11 custom laptops and 8 solid-state drives, with strict requirements for new hardware from authorized suppliers, emphasizing features such as processor types, storage, and security measures, while prohibiting refurbished or gray market items. This contract is significant for supporting the Naval Mission Planning Systems and encourages participation from small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned and disadvantaged businesses. Interested parties must respond to Yvonne Stockwell via email by October 28, 2024, and ensure their registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is active, as the solicitation will be posted on the Contract Opportunities website around October 17, 2024.