Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) DL280 and Alletra Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Hardware
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA251725Q0120
- Agency
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Air Force Space Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Colorado Springs, Colorado 80914, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Space Command is procuring HPE DL380 and Alletra Virtual Desktop Infrastructure hardware to replace end-of-life equipment supporting critical national security space capabilities. This acquisition consists of 126 detailed line items of HPE Virtual Rack Server Storage & Infrastructure components with quantities ranging from 1 to 320 units per part number, specifically designed to maintain network integrity for 24/7 high operational tempo missions supporting the National Reconnaissance Organization and Department of Defense. The procurement requires firms to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit quotes limited to 10 pages that demonstrate Trade Agreement Act compliance. Evaluation will be conducted on a lowest-priced quote basis using acceptable/unacceptable technical criteria for firms meeting the qualification requirements. The quote submission deadline is 1400 PM Mountain Time on September 12, 2025, with quotes directed to Contract Specialist Samuel Souil and Contracting Officer Brittney Rosenbaum.
This opportunity is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The estimated contract value exceeds $250,000, and despite market research identifying at least two small businesses capable of providing the required items competitively, only one product on the NRO Approved Products List meets the stringent requirements. The resulting Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order requires delivery within 4 weeks after award, with performance occurring at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado. Initial market research conducted through Sources Sought notices posted from July 14-22 on SAM.gov and GSA 2GIT received 12 responses, indicating significant vendor interest. The procurement follows a follow-on purchase structure to replace host and storage network components within 45-60 days of award, emphasizing the critical timeline for maintaining operational continuity.
Notice text
The procurement of HPE DL380 and Alletra Virtual Desktop Infrastructure hardware is essential in maintaining the integrity and performance of a sensitive network. This hardware is replacing end-of-life equipment that supports multiple missions with a focus on protecting national security space capability. Failure to continue to standardize network components could be detrimental to the network integrity required by 24/7, high operational tempo mission. Therefore, this acquisition is for continued support of highly specialized systems. A Firm Fixed Priced purchase order from solicited via SAM.gov will be awarded.
HPE DL380
HPE Alletra Virtual Desktop Infrastructure hardware
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment 2 - Sole Source Justification.pdf | ||
| Solicitation - FA251725Q120 combined v1.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - HPE ALLETRA Product List.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet |
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