Compute node with 2 GPUs for scientific computing

The Naval Research Laboratory intends to award a sole source purchase order to Microway, Inc. for the procurement of custom compute clusters featuring servers with two GPUs intended for scientific computing purposes. This action is justified under the determination that only one responsible source can satisfy the agency’s specific requirements, and no other suppliers or services would be adequate. The procurement will be conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 13.106-1(b), with an estimated value not exceeding $350,000, and is classified under NAICS code 334118 with a size standard of 1,000 employees and FSC/PSC code DB10. The requirement is not open to competitive bidding, and any responses to this notice must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the government; however, the government retains full discretion to proceed without competition regardless of submissions. No reimbursement will be provided for costs incurred in responding to this notice. The solicitation number is N0017326P-130138922, posted on July 29, 2026, with a response deadline of August 2, 2026. The point of contact for inquiries is Tahesha Cheyney, reachable via email at tahesha.cheyney@nrl.navy.mil or phone at 202-875-0000. The performance location is in Washington, District of Columbia, with the contracting office operating under the Department of Defense. No set-aside programs are being utilized for this acquisition. Responses must be submitted within the specified timeframe to be considered, but submission does not guarantee a competitive solicitation will be issued. The government will evaluate all responses solely to determine whether a competitive procurement is warranted, and no further information or solicitation documents will be provided.