SOW CIF 45Drives FY26 Redacted.pdf
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- RFI4054
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This is a Statement of Work for the acquisition of purpose-built storage systems by the Computer Investigations and Forensics Division (DS/CTS/CTI/CIF) within the Bureau of Diplomatic Security at the U.S. Department of State. The acquisition seeks to replace aging storage systems that have reached end-of-life with 45Drives equipment to support digital forensics evidence management, including active storage, backup storage, and disaster recovery capabilities using Distributed Replicated Block Device (DRBD) technology.
The requirements include four XL60 servers with Seagate Exos 32TB drives (two units each of SKUs 2026231038-17A and 2026231037-16A), remote single and DRBD server configurations, a DRBD license covering two servers, annual 5-year service plans for both primary DRBD and backup/disaster recovery systems, and 5-year warranties for both configurations. The vendor must deliver all requirements within 30 days after order acceptance to the Department of State facility at 1400 Wilson Blvd, 12th Floor, Arlington, VA 22209. The document references a brand name justification requirement but provides no additional details regarding pricing, contract vehicle, or evaluation criteria.
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Statement of Work
DS/CTS/CTI/CIF - 45Drives
BACKGROUND:
The Computer Investigations and Forensics Division (DS/CTS/CTI/CIF), within the Bureau of Diplomatic
Security (DS), was established in 2004 to provide DS Special Agents and others within the Department the best possible resources for computer evidence recovery and analysis, internet and network investigations, and technical investigations. CIF’s Digital Forensics Lab provides digital, mobile, and multimedia forensic analysis in support of criminal investigations conducted by DS Special Agents worldwide. Digital and
Mobile Forensic Analysts assigned to CIF depend on tested and industry accepted software and hardware to conduct forensic examinations of submitted digital evidence.
OBJECTIVE:
The primary objective of this acquisition is to purchase purpose-built storage systems which are critical for the long-term safekeeping of digital forensics evidence. The storage system will provide three critical requirements: active storage, backup storage, and disaster recovery encompassing both on-site and off-site storage hardware. The system is comprised of but not limited to primary site active/passive
Distributed Replicated Block Device (DRBD), backup, and disaster recovery servers using 45Drives synchronization and file management system. The storage system will replace aging and degrading generations of CIF’s current storage systems which have reached end-of-life and are out of support.
SCOPE OF WORK:
Without additional request or demand, the contractor shall:
1. Timely delivery of hardware, as appropriate for each CLIN upon Order Acceptance
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
QTY SKU Description
2 Each 2026231038-17A Servers- XL60, Seagate Exos 32TB (62)
2 Each 2026231037-16A Servers- XL60, Seagate Exos 32TB (62)
2 Each 2026231037-16A Remote Single Server Configuration - Standard
1 Each 2026231038-17A Remote DRBD Configuration – (incl. 2x servers)
1 Each 45D DRBD-1 DRBD License – (incl. 2x servers)
1 Each Backup-Disaster
Recovery
Annual Service Plan - Core - 5 Year
1 Each Primary-DRBD Annual Service Plan - Core - 5 Year
1 Each Backup-Disaster
Recovery
5 Year Warranty – (Backup-Disaster Recovery)
1 Each Primary-DRBD 5 Year Warranty – (Primary-DRBD)
Statement of Work
DS/CTS/CTI/CIF - 45Drives
DELIVERY:
The Vendor shall provide the requirements within thirty (30) days ARO.
The Vendor shall provide any receipts to the following email addresses:
The Vendor shall use the below address for shipment:
U.S. Department of State
DS/CTS/CTI/CIF, SA-14
1400 Wilson Blvd, 12th Floor
Arlington, VA 22209
POINTS OF CONTACT:
Program Lead: @state.gov
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Brand Name Justification
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