SCINET NOC SOC

Trusties of Indiana has been awarded a sole-source Firm Fixed Price contract under FAR 6.103-1 due to being the only responsible source capable of providing specialized SOCAAS and NOCaaS support within the SCINet scientific research computing environment. This network serves as a high-performance computing platform dedicated to advancing agricultural science by enabling researchers to process massive datasets and run complex simulations aimed at improving crop yields, animal health, and other critical agricultural outcomes. SCINet operates independently from USDA’s core infrastructure and requires specialized security protocols and network operations, integrating with external networks like Internet2 and perfSONAR to enhance data sharing and computational capabilities. The contract includes advanced computing resources such as high-performance clusters and cloud-based services, along with tailored software for data analysis, modeling, and visualization. The award is identified under solicitation number 12314426C0015, posted on May 21, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for custom computer programming services. The contracting office is the OCP-POD-Acq-Mgmt-Branch-FTC within the U.S. Department of Agriculture, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, with performance taking place in Bloomington, Indiana. Bryana Jordan serves as the primary point of contact for this effort, and no small business set-aside status applies. The contract supports ongoing mission-critical research infrastructure that is distinct from standard federal networks and demands unique technical expertise to maintain its specialized operational and security requirements.