Rugged Rack-Mounted Server Computers

The U.S. Department of the Navy, through the Naval Research Laboratory, is seeking to procure two Crystal Group RS3700 rugged rack-mounted server computers under a streamlined commercial procurement process defined in FAR Subpart 12.2, utilizing brand-name specifications to ensure compatibility and performance for specialized military applications. This acquisition is structured as a total small business set-aside, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the SBA, with the NAICS code 334111 designating the industry category for computer manufacturing. The solicitation, identified as N0017326QCM02, was posted on July 2, 2026, and responses are due by July 20, 2026, with all submissions required to align with the detailed technical specifications outlined in the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation and its accompanying Attachment 1. The contract will be managed from the Naval Research Laboratory’s office in Washington, D.C., with performance expected to occur at the same location. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Connor Murphy, reachable at connor.j.murphy14.civ@us.navy.mil, with Deirdre Hughes serving as the secondary contact. Interested vendors must review the complete solicitation document available through the SAM.gov portal to understand submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and compliance obligations. The focus on rugged server hardware indicates the system’s intended use in high-stress or field-deployable environments requiring durability and reliability under demanding operational conditions.