HPC Workstation
ID: N0018925Q0144 Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTE (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B20)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8317ceaf8d52413d85a4c452f8d6897a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking proposals for the acquisition of a high-performance computing (HPC) workstation intended for the U.S. Naval Academy's Aerospace Engineering Department. The workstation must support general-purpose parallel computing with GPU acceleration and artificial intelligence tasks, with specifications that allow for "Brand Name or Equal" submissions to encourage competitive bidding among qualified small businesses. Proposals are due by March 19, 2025, and will be evaluated based on technical acceptability and pricing, with a preference for the most advantageous pricing for the government. Interested vendors can contact Justin W. Kanter at justin.w.kanter.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Justin W Kanter
    justin.w.kanter.civ@us.navy.mil
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    N0018925Q0144.pdf
    The document is a federal solicitation (N0018925Q0144) for high-performance computing (HPC) workstation requirements, specifically issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Norfolk. The solicitation details specifications for various hardware components, including processors, graphics cards, memory, storage, and power supplies, all aimed at meeting the needs of the U.S. Naval Academy's Aerospace Engineering Department. Vendors are invited to submit proposals that meet or exceed these specifications. The solicitation emphasizes the request for "Brand Name or Equal" items, allowing for competitive bidding among qualified suppliers, with submissions due by March 19, 2025. Evaluation criteria include technical acceptability based on compliance with the specifications and pricing, with a clear preference for the most advantageous pricing for the government. Moreover, the document incorporates various clauses regarding contractor representations and certifications, including aspects related to business ownership categories like small businesses, veteran-owned enterprises, and compliance with federal regulations. This solicitation underlines the government's focus on leveraging advanced technology while ensuring fair procurement practices and promoting small business participation.
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