TrueNAS F60 and Support

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center (NASA/NSSC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source procurement of a TrueNAS F60 storage system and associated support services. The procurement is specifically targeted at iXsystems, Inc. as the sole provider of the required technology. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 334111 for Electronic Computer Manufacturing and PSC code 7K20 for IT and Telecom Storage Products. The Special Notice is focused on acquiring a comprehensive storage solution for NASA Langley Research Center, which includes a 2U TrueNAS F60 system platform with specific technical specifications and a support package. The procurement will be conducted under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 and Part 13 for commercial items.

Contractors interested in this opportunity must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the primary point of contact, Shanna Patterson, by 7 a.m. Central Standard Time on April 17, 2025. NASA will evaluate submitted capabilities to determine whether to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis, with the final determination of full and open competition remaining at the government's discretion. The sole source justification is based on compatibility with an existing M40 storage system, standardization across the project, and maintaining an established knowledge base. The procurement includes a TrueNAS F60 system with 16 NVMe 7.6TB self-encrypting drives, a one-year Bronze support package, and remote deployment services. The performance period is estimated at 3-6 weeks after receipt of order, with the place of performance being NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. Oral communications are not acceptable, and NASA Clause 1852.215-84 regarding the Ombudsman is applicable to this acquisition.