Computer for Modeling, Simulation, and Artificial Intelligence in Additive Manufacturing

The provided document contains a series of Questions and Answers (Q&As) related to technical specifications for a government procurement, likely an RFP. The Q&As clarify system requirements, particularly concerning GPU configurations and display capabilities. It addresses the coexistence of H200 NVL/B300 and GeForce GPUs, confirming that two H200s can coexist in Windows, but a different OS might be proposed for the B300. The document also clarifies the need for dedicated GPU display capabilities to support at least six monitors, independent of the H200. Finally, it specifies that required training pertains to system installation and unique configurations, not basic computer skills. These clarifications led to a revised Statement of Work (SOW).

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking a computer system to support advanced data science and artificial intelligence applications in additive manufacturing. This procurement is driven by the increasing computational demands of modeling, simulation, and large datasets in AM. The system will facilitate the development and validation of digital twins, machine learning models, and AI agents for small and medium manufacturers and large systems integrators. Key requirements include an NVIDIA H200 NVL Tensor Core GPU (or B300 alternative), a motherboard supporting at least two GPUs, 128 GB RAM, a 7.68 TB PCI-E 4.0 NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Pro, and 100 GbE networking. Deliverables include the computer system, a hardware validation report, and product training. The contractor must perform a 48-hour stress test, deliver within 30 days, and provide a minimum 3-year labor and 1-year parts warranty.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Engineering Laboratory's Measurement Science for Additive Manufacturing (MSAM) program requires a high-performance computer for modeling, simulation, and artificial intelligence (AI) in additive manufacturing (AM). This system will support advanced data science, including AM digital twins, microstructure modeling, process simulation, and AI applications like agentic AI and multi-modal foundation models. The system must meet specific hardware requirements, including an NVIDIA H200 NVL Tensor Core GPU (or B300), a motherboard supporting at least two GPUs, a robust power supply, a 64-Core 3.20 GHz AMD Threadripper Pro 7985WX equivalent CPU, support for six monitors, 128 GB RAM, Windows 11 Pro, a 7.68 TB PCI-E 4.0 NVMe SSD, 100 GbE networking, and a stand-alone tower configuration. Deliverables include the computer system within 30 days of award, a hardware validation report, and product training for up to five people. The contractor must perform a 48-hour burn-in test and provide a minimum 3-year labor and 1-year parts warranty. Payment is contingent upon acceptance of the installed system, successful completion of testing (including running large language models on the GPU), and adherence to technical requirements.

This government solicitation outlines instructions for offerors, evaluation criteria, and applicable clauses for a federal procurement conducted under FAR Part 12. Offerors must submit electronic quotations in two volumes via email to Jennifer Lohmeier by May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by May 19, 2026. Award will be a firm fixed-price purchase order to the technically acceptable offeror with the lowest price. Technical capability will be evaluated based on product conformity to requirements, while price will be assessed for fairness and reasonableness. The document details various FAR and CAR clauses, including representations for small business programs, prohibitions on contracting with inverted domestic corporations, and instructions for electronic billing and protest procedures. Key definitions for terms like "Time," "Options," and "Quote expiration date" are also provided. Offerors must be actively registered in SAM and include their UEI number.

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 1333ND26QNB730213) for commercial products and services, specifically for computer systems, hardware validation, and product training. It is issued as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. A Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order is anticipated, with delivery FOB Destination within 30 days ARO. Offerors must submit questions by May 19, 2026, and electronic quotes to Jennifer Lohmeier at Jennifer.lohmeier@nist.gov by May 27, 2026, 10 AM ET. Quotes will only be considered from active registrants in the U.S. System for Award Management (SAM). Attachments A (Statement of Work) and B (Clauses, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Criteria) provide further details.