Att 2 PWS WBAS 15 Nov 2024.docx

This document is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a Request for Information (RFI) related to a federal contract opportunity for Layer 2 White Box Access Switches (WBAS). The RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals. The Army is seeking WBAS solutions that are decoupled from proprietary network operating systems, allowing the use of open-source software. The WBAS must meet the Army's requirements for performance, scalability, security, and compatibility with Software-Defined LAN and SDN orchestration. Prior to standardizing WBAS configurations, the selected solutions must undergo rigorous testing and evaluation to ensure compliance with operational and cybersecurity standards, including Approved Products List (APL) or National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certification. The RFI aims to gather technical and market information on available WBAS solutions in the commercial sector. Responses to this RFI are due no later than November 25, 2024, and should include a primary point of contact.