Army Virtualization Software, Solutions, and Migration
ID: W519TC-25-VIRTUALIZATIONType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: SERVERS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B22)

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https://sam.gov/opp/61008d5165d849a39b8d7d22f14ddedc/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking information from companies regarding virtualization software, solutions, and migration services tailored to military operations in both unclassified and classified environments. The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to gather insights on commercial capabilities that can support the Army's unique requirements, including the ability to operate in disconnected and contested environments while ensuring U.S.-based support and data centers. Interested parties are required to provide detailed responses addressing their migration capabilities, expertise in virtualization, pricing structures, hardware requirements, and compliance with cybersecurity standards. Responses must be submitted to the designated contacts by the deadline of 15 business days after the RFI release date, with no obligation on the part of the government to award a contract based on the information provided.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria Baskovic
    maria.g.baskovic.civ@army.mil
    Irene Kremer-Palmer
    irene.m.kremer-palmer.civ@army.mil
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    The Army has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights from companies regarding virtualization solutions, particularly those compatible with existing military operations in both unclassified and classified environments. The purpose of this RFI is to assess commercial capabilities for software, solutions, and services, including migration processes tailored to the Army's specific requirements, such as disconnected and contested environments. Respondents are instructed to provide detailed information about their migration abilities, expertise in virtualization, pricing, and hardware requirements, alongside specific plans addressing security, licensing models, and the integration of solutions across varied data centers and cloud systems. The document outlines extensive information that companies must provide, categorized into several sections. These include the companies' familiarity with Army requirements, deployment capabilities, cybersecurity compliance, and possible contract vehicles. There is also an emphasis on the need for U.S.-based support and data centers. The responses will inform future solicitations, although submitting a response does not imply commitment from the government. This RFI represents a strategic step in enhancing Army capabilities through commercial partnerships while ensuring operational security and efficiency.
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