HPC - Additional storage capacity for CDRH HPC clusters.

The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting a procurement to add additional storage capacity for its High-Performance Computing clusters under the CDRH division, aimed at enhancing data processing capabilities and supporting critical research and regulatory functions. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 423430, which pertains to computer and computer peripheral equipment and software merchant wholesalers, indicating the acquisition will likely involve hardware or integrated storage solutions. The solicitation is currently in forecast status with no formal solicitation number assigned, and the posting date indicates it is anticipated for release in 2026, allowing vendors time to prepare responses. Performance of the work is expected to support federal HPC infrastructure, though the specific location of performance is not detailed in the available data. The point of contact for program-related inquiries is the CDRH Acquisition Liaison, reachable via cdrhacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, while the contracting officer position remains to be determined. The procurement is not currently set aside for any specific small business category, and interested parties should monitor the official HHS OSDBU portal for updates and eventual solicitation release.