Amendment 1 - SSDP HPE Server Alternatives

The contract solicitation FA251726Q0031 is a combined RFQ issued by the Department of Defense for the replacement of HPE DL380 and DL320 servers along with Direct Attach Copper Cable (DAC) storage hardware at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This solicitation is structured as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to respond, with an additional price evaluation preference reserved for HUBZone small business concerns unless they explicitly waive it. Offerors must ensure their representations and certifications are current and properly completed in SAM.gov to qualify for award consideration. The solicitation incorporates Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications under Deviation 2026-00038, requiring compliance with federal security restrictions. For telecommunications equipment, respondents must provide their entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and clarify whether they are the original equipment manufacturer. All components must be TAA compliant, and the required specifications are detailed in Attachment 1 – HPE Configuration List and Characteristics dated 26 May 2026. The point of contact for inquiries is Kristina Worthing, with supplemental support from Stephen Carr, and responses are due by 8:00 PM ET on June 26, 2026. The place of performance is firmly designated at Peterson Space Force Base, and the NAICS code 334111 applies, reflecting the contract’s focus on computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing. No pricing, delivery, or inspection details are available in the provided information.