Akamai Edge DNS Renewal
ID: 80NSSC25892725Q-1Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b2379ce0a24347a58fbbf33b5b384fdc/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking proposals for the renewal of the Akamai Edge DNS Service, which is critical for maintaining all public DNS zones and records for the agency. The procurement involves 12 units of the Edge DNS service, capable of supporting up to 3970 zones, with a specified performance period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. This renewal is essential to ensure the reliability and security of NASA's DNS infrastructure, as transitioning to another vendor could lead to significant operational disruptions. Interested vendors must reference tracking number 80NSSC25892725Q-1 in their email submissions and can contact Shanna Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov for further inquiries.

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    Shanna Patterson
    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037363 Tab 04 4 SOW..pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work for the renewal of the Akamai Edge DNS Service, essential for maintaining all NASA public DNS zones and records. It specifies the requirement for 12 units of the Edge DNS service, supporting up to 3970 zones, under the part number EDC-000-ZOU-21-011, with a security option included. The service will be performed at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The period of performance for this service spans from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. This initiative ensures the continued reliability and security of NASA’s DNS infrastructure, highlighting the agency's commitment to maintaining its digital operations effectively.
    SATPC0037363 Tab 06 BNJ..pdf
    The document outlines a recommendation by the NASA Shared Services Center to negotiate exclusively with Akamai Technologies for the renewal of Akamai Edge DNS Services. The estimated cost and delivery period for this renewal are set from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. The justification for this sole-source acquisition is based on Akamai's unique services, which currently host all of NASA's public Domain Name System (DNS) zones and records. The prior selection was approved by NASA leadership, emphasizing the necessity of continuity in DNS services. The document explains that using another vendor would entail a lengthy one-year transition, during which NASA would lack public DNS services, potentially impacting operations significantly. The structure highlights the rationale behind the recommendation, detailing both the unique attributes of Akamai's services and the repercussions of changing providers. This summary serves to clarify NASA's procurement decision in the context of its operational dependencies on specific brand capabilities.
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