Supply of FIPS 140-2 Certified Hard Drives

The contract calls for the procurement and delivery of 64 Western Digital Ultrastar 14TB SAS hard drives, each certified to meet FIPS 140-2 security standards, ensuring they comply with U.S. government requirements for cryptographic modules used in sensitive systems. These drives are intended for integration into U.S. Navy computing infrastructure, where data integrity and cryptographic protection are critical. The drives must be fully compliant with FIPS 140-2 to support secure storage and transmission of classified or controlled unclassified information within naval operations. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 334112, which pertains to computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing, indicating the work is part of a broader supply chain effort for the Department of Defense. The offering was posted on June 26, 2026, with responses required by July 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The procurement is being managed by the Naval Air Warfare Center, though specific performance location and point of contact information are not provided. All drives must be delivered in accordance with federal guidelines for secure hardware deployment, and compliance verification will be mandatory prior to acceptance.