SSDP HPE Server Alternatives

The solicitation FA251726Q0031 is a Total Small Business Set-Aside issued by the Department of Defense for the replacement of HPE DL380 and DL320 servers, Direct Attach Copper Cables, and associated TAA-compliant storage hardware at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The solicitation is restricted exclusively to small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, with additional price evaluation preferences available for HUBZone small business concerns unless they explicitly waive the preference. Offerors must ensure their representations and certifications are current on SAM.gov to be eligible for award, and must comply with the Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications under Deviation 2026-00038. For telecommunications equipment, respondents must provide their entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and confirmation of whether they are the original equipment manufacturer. All components must be TAA compliant, and the solicitation references Attachment 1 – HPE Configuration List and Characteristics dated 26 May 2026 as the primary source for technical specifications. Responses are due by June 24, 2026, and inquiries should be directed to Kristina Worthing or Stephen Carr at Peterson SFB. The NAICS code 334111 applies, indicating the procurement focuses on electronic computer manufacturing. No contract value is specified, and while key sections such as evaluation factors, delivery requirements, and inspection criteria are referenced, their details could not be retrieved due to system connectivity issues.