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70 -- ClearPath mainframe upgrade

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FI050008Federal

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The contract intends to award a sole source task order to Unisys, Inc. for upgrades to the ClearPath mainframe systems used by the General Services Administration's Federal Supply Service (FSS) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). This award is made under the NASA SEWP contract and follows the exception to fair opportunity rules per FAR 16.5 due to the proprietary nature of Unisys ClearPath hardware and software, which are only obtainable through Unisys. The project’s goal is to enhance the continuity and uptime of critical FSS computing systems, targeting system availability above 99 percent. The upgrades will allow the FSS to maintain operations during disasters by synchronizing data replication between primary and backup systems located in Eagan, Minnesota, and Salt Lake City, Utah. The contract highlights that purchasing individual components from other resellers is neither feasible nor economical, as the integrated mainframe upgrade requires a custom, bundled solution to maintain compatibility and performance. Any attempt to convert existing applications to different operating environments would cause unacceptable delays and compromise mission objectives. The notice of intent is informational and not a solicitation or request for proposals. Holly T. Carr is the designated contracting officer responsible for this acquisition and can be contacted for further information or concerns. The contract is identified as FI050008 and managed by the General Services Administration’s Office of Acquisition Operations in Washington, D.C.

General Info

Sole source award to Unisys for ClearPath mainframe upgrades ensuring 99% uptime and disaster recovery.

Agency

General Services Administration → Interagency Contracts Gsa/fas Itc Office Of Acquisition Operations

NAICS

519190 - All Other Information Services

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PostedMay 24

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyGeneral Services Administration → Interagency Contracts Gsa/fas Itc Office Of Acquisition Operations

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

Organization / AgencyGeneral Services Administration → Interagency Contracts Gsa/fas Itc Office Of Acquisition Operations

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

Contacts

Holly T CarrContracting Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

This serves as a - Notice of Intent to award a sole source task order for Clearpath mainframe system upgrades to Unisys, Inc. under the NASA SEWP contract, pursuant to FAR 16.5 (exception to Fair Opportunity). The General Services Administration Federal Supply Service (FSS) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) has a requirement for upgrades to their Unisys Clearpath mainframe systems. The Unisys ClearPath hardware and software are proprietary to and only available through Unisys Corporation. No other hardware and software will be compatible with the Unisys environment. It is essential that all hardware and software which supports the FSS applications be certified to support ClearPath systems and that they be installed in a manner which supports the ClearPath. The substantial improvement of continuity of operations of this critical computing environment is closely aligned with the identified goal of FSS to provide system uptime in excess of 99 percent. The purchase of the upgrades will allow FSS to meet these uptime goals in the face of disaster of the primary ClearPath system in Eagan MN, by activating a synchronized replicate in Salt Lake City UT. This requirement is proprietary to Unisys. Because the requirement entails an integrated mainframe upgrade solution, purchase of individual components from authorized resellers is not feasible, economical, or recommended. There would be no savings realized by purchasing each item separately, as this mainframe environment dictates a custom, bundled solution. Conversion of the existing applications to a different operating environment would cause unacceptable delays in fulfilling the requirements and mission of FSS OCIO. This Determination and Findings authorizing use of an exception to Fair Opportunity is in accordance with FAR 16.5, based on the above. All interested parties should request additional information, communicate concerns, or direct any questions concerning this acquisition to Holly Carr +1 (555) 000-0000, email: contact@example.gov. This notice of intent is not a request for proposals, nor a solicitation for offers.