Rave Server
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The U.S. Navy’s Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division is seeking to procure ruggedized servers under a sole source procurement authorized under FAR 6.103-1(b), specifying that only Rave Computer Association, Inc. of Sterling Heights, Michigan, can provide the required equipment identified by part numbers NSWC26-RUGGED-SERVER-1 and NSWC26-RUGGED-SERVER-1. The servers are deemed essential for maintaining operational compatibility with existing fleet systems, as they are the only units currently in use that meet the required form, fit, and function for mission-critical applications. This procurement is conducted under simplified acquisition procedures as a commercial item acquisition per FAR Part 12 using a Request for Quotation format, with no separate solicitation to be issued. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, requiring all quotations to be firm fixed-price, include all costs such as shipping to Dam Neck, Virginia, and any applicable duties or tariffs, with no additional charges permitted post-award. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management, be authorized resellers or distributors of Rave Computer Association, Inc., and provide documentation from the original equipment manufacturer verifying their authorization. Quotations without this documentation will be rejected, and submissions must fully comply with the terms of the solicitation without exceptions. The acquisition is subject to Buy American or Trade Agreements Act requirements depending on value thresholds. The solicitation is scheduled to be published in SAM.gov on August 6, 2026, with quotations due by 12:00 p.m. EST on August 13, 2026, and an anticipated award date of September 13, 2026. Proposals must be submitted to Heather Hostinsky at heather.g.hostinsky.civ@us.navy.mil, referencing the solicitation number N0017826Q6845, and offerors are encouraged to provide pricing data to support the government’s price analysis.
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Virginia Beach, VA, 23461, USASet-Aside
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COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #: N0017826Q6845
Submitted by: Heather Hostinsky
NAICS Code: 334111
FSC/PSC Code: 7B22
Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: 08/06/2026
Anticipated Closing Date: 08/13/2026
Contracts POC Name: Heather Hostinsky
Telephone#: 540-742-8882
Email Address: heather.g.hostinsky.civ@us.navy.mil
PSC/FSC Code and Description: 7B22 – IT and Telecom - Compute: Servers
Basis for award:
__ Brand Name - FAR 6.103-1(d)
X Sole Source - FAR 6.103-1(b)
__ Full and Open - FAR 6.101
__ Total Small Business Set Aside - FAR 19.104-1
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items or service prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 using the publicizing requirements of FAR Part 5.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Synopsis/Solicitation N0017826Q6845 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The provisions and clauses incorporated in this solicitation are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement as of the date of issuance and are included in the attached SF 1449.
For commercial acquisitions using simplified procedures under FAR Part 12, Buy American applies unless the value exceeds the applicable Trade Agreements threshold, in which case Trade Agreements apply – except where an exception applies.
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to procure products/service manufactured by Rave Computer Association, Inc as follows: Part Number: NSWC26-RUGGED-SERVER-1, NSWC26-RUGGED-SERVER-1. See the attached Requirements List for specifications.
Rave Computer Association, Inc. is located in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
This equipment was identified as the only equipment possessing the form, fit, and/or function to match joint capabilities that the fleet have been trained to perform the mission The unit is already ruggedized and meets requirements which matches what is currently onboard the fleet. The required acquisition systems are exclusive to Rave Computer Association, Inc.
All costs associated with this requirement must be included in the quoted price. This includes shipping and freight to Damn Neck, VA 23461 as well as any tariff or duty charges. No additional costs may be added after award. Where applicable, DFARS 252.225-7013, Duty-Free Entry, will be incorporated. The Government will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the order will be issued on a firm fixed-price basis.
All responsible offerors shall submit a quotation in response to this solicitation. By submission of a quotation, the offeror represents compliance with the applicable representations and certifications, which are incorporated by reference and completed in the System for Award Management (SAM), as applicable. Submission of a quotation shall constitute the offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions of this solicitation. The offeror shall provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming the offeror is an authorized reseller or distributor of the brand-name item(s) quoted. Quotations submitted without such documentation may not be considered for award. Quotations that take exception to the terms and conditions of this solicitation may be rejected.
Offerors are encouraged to submit published pricing, historical pricing data, or other information to support the Government’s price analysis and determination of fair and reasonable pricing. Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis.
In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.
Proposal is due by 13 August 2026, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 13 September 2026. Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to heather.g.hostinsky.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the RFQ closing. Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6845 in the subject line.
Attachments –
-Requirements List
-SF1449: Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items
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