Hardware-UPS
ID: CORHQ-25-Q-0474Type: Solicitation
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FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATIONFEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION_

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Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

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IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7C20)
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    The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is soliciting quotes for the procurement of hardware and services related to Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, specifically under RFQ# CORHQ-25-Q-0474. The initiative aims to replace aging, mission-critical hardware nearing the end of its life, including HPE servers, Data Center Expert software, and various hardware components, while also providing extensive support services across multiple FDIC locations. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the reliability of critical applications and mitigating hardware failures. Interested offerors must submit their proposals by December 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, and can direct inquiries to Kacie Lynch at klynch@fdic.gov or by phone at 703-562-2472.

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    Amendment 0001 to Solicitation CORHQ-25-Q-0474, issued by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), revises the original Request for Proposal (RFP). The primary purpose of this amendment is to update the Section B Price Schedule by replacing the attachment in its entirety with revised, added, and removed line items. Additionally, the amendment extends the proposal submission due date to December 8, 2025, by 2:00 PM ET. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by signing and including it with their proposal. The document also details instructions for proposal submission, including electronic delivery to the Contracting Officer, Kacie Lynch, and requirements for submitting the Pricing Schedule, Representations & Certifications, and any applicable software license agreements or Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) information. Failure to comply with the solicitation's terms and conditions may lead to removal from consideration for the award. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    This FDIC solicitation outlines requirements for UPS batteries to back up IT systems, with an offer due date of November 24, 2025. Key provisions include detailed inspection and acceptance criteria, a performance period from November 2025 to November 2028, and strict invoicing guidelines for electronic submission. The document emphasizes compliance with federal law, outlines rules for post-government employment, and addresses commercial supplier agreement terms to ensure FDIC's rights. It also mandates robust safeguarding of FDIC information, incident reporting, and supply chain risk management, including reporting on hardware and software. Subcontractors must adhere to all flow-down requirements, reinforcing the FDIC's commitment to security, compliance, and efficient contract administration.
    The FDIC is acquiring HPE servers, software, and related services to replace aging, mission-critical hardware nearing End of Life (EOL). The procurement includes HPE servers, Data Center Expert software and support (3-year 25-node and 100-node licenses), various hardware components like UPS Network Management Cards, power distribution units, replacement battery cartridges, and environmental sensors. The initiative also covers extensive support services such as remote daily-rate services, data center expert base remote configuration, and modular battery replacement and revitalization services for UPS systems across multiple FDIC locations, including Virginia Square, Washington D.C., New York, Dallas, Kansas City, Chicago, and Boston. The project aims to mitigate hardware failures and enhance the reliability of critical applications.
    The FDIC is seeking to purchase HPE servers and related hardware, software, and support services to replace aging, mission-critical infrastructure. The existing servers are nearing End of Life, posing a high risk of hardware failures for essential applications. The new servers aim to mitigate these failures. The procurement includes various items such as Data Center Expert licenses and support, UPS systems, replacement batteries, power distribution units, and comprehensive maintenance and revitalization services across multiple FDIC locations, including Virginia Square, Washington D.C., New York, Dallas, Kansas City, Chicago, and Boston. The periods of performance for these items range from one to three years from the award date, indicating a phased approach to updating and maintaining critical IT and power infrastructure.
    The document, identified as CONTROLLED//FDIC BUSINESS#, pertains to Request for Quote (RFQ) CORHQ-25-Q-0474 and outlines a structured format for submitting questions from offerors. It lists 17 numbered entries, each designated for a question, without providing the actual questions or their content. The consistent
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