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Ruggedized Half-Rack Server System

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ACQ-26-A50Federal

Submission Closed08/18/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

This Request for Information, identified as solicitation ACQ-26-A50, is issued by the Department of Defense for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal request for quotes or a commitment to contract. The government is seeking information on a ruggedized, conduction-cooled half-rack server system designed for data recording and processing in harsh environments. Responses are for informational use only, and the government will not compensate parties for costs associated with submitting information. The required system must feature a Linux operating system, an NVIDIA Blackwell NVB2000 GPGPU, and operate within a temperature range of -40C to +60C. Key specifications include a removable data module with 1920GB capacity in a RAID0 configuration and a NAS docking system powered by an Intel Xeon-D processor. The procurement is managed by the Aftc Pzz office located at Edwards Air Force Base, California, with a response deadline of August 18, 2026.

General Info

DoD RFI ACQ-26-A50 seeks ruggedized half-rack servers with NVIDIA Blackwell GPGPUs by August 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA9302 Aftc Pzz

NAICS

334112 - Computer Storage Device Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Edwards, CA, 93524, USA

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NONE

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedAug 11

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineAug 18

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Submission Closed

08/18/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9302 Aftc Pzz

Contacts1 person available

OfficeEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9302 Aftc Pzz

Office AddressEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

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Jaymi Taplin

contact@example.gov

Full Description

DESCIPTION: THIS NOTICE IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY. The RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes – it does not constitute as a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue an RFQ in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Responses will be treated as information only and will not be evaluated as a proposal. Further, the Government is not at this time seeking quotes and will not accept unsolicited quotes. A return response from the government regarding RFI submissions is not guaranteed. The RFI respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation from future announcements or contracts. Respondents should indicate which portions of their response are propriety and should mark accordingly.

NOTE: This RFI is not associated with any previous or ongoing RFQs or Fair Opportunity Proposal Requests issued by the DAF.

BACKGROUND: The Government has a requirement for a ruggedized, conduction-cooled, half-rack server system designed for data recording and processing in harsh environments. The half-rack server system needs to have the following characteristics:

System Overview:
The quoted system is a rugged, conduction-cooled server designed for harsh environments, featuring a removable data storage system and a high-performance GPGPU.

Key Components and Specifications:

Rugged Half Rack Server:
- Operating System: Linux
- Power: 16-40V DC nominal (isolated)
- GPGPU: NVIDIA Blackwell NVB2000 with 8GB GDDR6 memory
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +60°C
- Interfaces:
  - 5x Ethernet (10/100/1000base-T)
  - 3x USB
  - 1x VGA
Removable Data Module:
- Capacity: 1920GB (composed of 4x 480GB drives in a RAID0 configuration)
- Performance: 800MB/s sustained write speed
- Durability: Industrial Grade MLC, Conformal Coating
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +71°C
NAS Docking System:
- Processor: Intel Xeon-D processor optimized for NAS operations
- Interfaces:
  - 2x 10Gbase-T Ethernet
  - 4x USB ports
  - 1x VGA
  - 1x RDM Docking Bay for data transfer

Accessories:
The quote also includes various cables for power, control, and Ethernet, which are noted as being suitable for lab use rather than rugged deployment.