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High Performance GPU/CPU Server Systems and Control Workstation

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N0017326RFIKN01Federal

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NAICS: 334111
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Solicitation # SLAC_368659_Supermicro_1U_Rack-mount_Server_Assemblies
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, operated by Stanford University for the Department of Energy, is soliciting quotes for twelve Supermicro 1U rack-mount server assemblies, model AS-1115HS-TNR. Each server must be configured with one AMD EPYC Turin 9255 CPU, 64GB of DDR5 ECC memory (2x 32GB), and a Supermicro DCMS license. Storage options include either no drive or one 240GB SATA drive, and network requirements specify either a 10GbE 4-port RJ45 or a combination of 2x SFP+ and 2x RJ45. This is a product-only procurement with no on-site services permitted. Quotes must be submitted by October 16, 2026, to Cheryl Stafford. The resulting purchase order will be a fixed-price contract with NET-30 payment terms. Source selection will be based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable method and the best lead time. Domestic shipments are FOB Destination Prepaid and Add, while foreign shipments are CIP SLAC, Menlo Park, Duty Unpaid. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and provide a completed Representations and Certifications Rider. Additionally, proposals must include the Harmonized Tariff Schedule code and Export Control Classification Number where applicable. Buy American Act certification is required for unit prices exceeding 15,000 dollars. While not direct Federal procurements, these subcontracts incorporate various FAR and DEAR clauses depending on the final contract value.
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The Naval Research Laboratory is seeking information from potential vendors regarding the capability to supply High-Performance GPU/CPU Server Systems and a 1U Control Workstation, as detailed in attached draft specifications. This request is a Sources Sought Notice and Request for Information, not a solicitation, and is strictly for planning purposes to assess market interest and contractor capability. Respondents must provide company details including name, point of contact, business size, socioeconomic classification, Unique Entity ID, and Cage Code, along with a capabilities statement demonstrating alignment with the technical requirements. They must also indicate whether the proposed solution qualifies as a commercial item under FAR 2.101 and, if they are the manufacturer, confirm the availability of authorized resellers. The systems required include fully assembled, configured, and tested server platforms featuring server-grade processors, 96 GB DDR5-6400 ECC RDIMM memory modules, NVMe PCIe SSD storage in both M.2 and 2.5-inch form factors, switched PDUs, power distribution modules, USB KVM cable sets, and supporting infrastructure. The 1U control workstation must be built using a specified chassis and motherboard, and all components must adhere to manufacturer guidelines, TAA compliance, and safety standards. On-site integration, rack deployment, mounting, and cabling are mandatory, with Canonical Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS or newer installed and verified. The contractor must provide one to three years of comprehensive warranty and maintenance coverage, including next-business-day on-site response and one-year Customer Ready Service support. All systems must be fully operational upon delivery, and final acceptance will occur only after successful installation, testing, and resolution of any deficiencies. Responses are limited to 15 pages and must be submitted via email to the designated contracting specialists by the June 5, 2026 deadline. No payment will be provided for submitted information, and no contract award or solicitation is guaranteed as a result of this notice. The place of performance is designated as Washington, D.C., with a ZIP code of 20375.

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Seeking high-performance GPU/CPU server vendors for market research; responses due June 5, 2026.

NAICS

334111 - Electronic Computer Manufacturing

Place of Performance

DC, 20375, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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N0017326RFIKN01 Questions and Answers 5-27-2026

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Revised Specifications for High-Performance GPU/CPU Server Systems and Control Workstation

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA
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The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is searching for potential sources that are capable of meeting the requirement described in the attached draft Specifications for High-Performance GPU/CPU Server Systems and Control Workstation. The intent of this RFI/ Sources Sought is to:


  1. Determine if an adequate number of qualified, interested contractors capable of performing the work further described in the attached draft Specifications exist; and
  2. Determine if the contractor can meet the required specifications.

NRL asks that the interested parties, at a minimum, supply the following information:


  1. Name of Company and Point of Contact (POC)
  2. Business Size/Socioeconomic Categories
  3. Unique Entity ID (DUNS) and Cage Code
  4. Capabilities Statement relevant to the attached Specifications
  5. Any questions/suggestions related to the Specifications
  6. Whether the proposed item would be considered a commercial item in accordance with FAR 2.101
  7. If the manufacturer of the component, please confirm if Authorized Resellers are available.

Responses should be no more than 15 pages, and should be emailed to the Contract Specialist at contact@example.gov; or contact@example.gov.


NOTE: THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. This is a Sources Sought Notice (SSN)/Request for Information (RFI) for planning purposes only, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for information solicited. Since this is a SSN/RFI, no evaluation letters and/or results will be issued to the respondents. The Government is not committed to awarding a contract or issuing a solicitation pursuant to this announcement. No solicitation package is available at this time.


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