Brand Name HPE Servers and 60-month Warranties
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), specifically the IT Strategy and Modernization office, has issued a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) for Brand Name HPE Servers and 60-month Warranties. This RFI seeks to identify qualified firms capable of providing HPE DL380/DL380a servers, storage, and switches to replace aging infrastructure and ensure FIPS 140-3 compliance for the Continuous Data Monitoring (CDM) program within the IRS Cyber Security computing environment in Kearneysville, WV. Responses are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This effort involves the purchase and delivery of specific HPE hardware and associated 60-month support services. Key components include:
- HPE DL380 Gen12 Servers (15 units)
- HPE DL380a Gen12 Servers (3 units)
- HPE Alletra B10140 Storage (2 units)
- HPE SN6700B Storage Networking (2 units)
- Associated software licenses and 60-month support for all hardware.
The acquired infrastructure must support enterprise analytics and mitigate risks related to the separation of production, development, test, and prototyping environments. All items must be delivered to the Enterprise Computing Center-Martinsburg (ECC-MTB) in Kearneysville, WV, within 60 days of award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, at 5:30 PM ET
- Published: March 2, 2026
Evaluation
This is a market research effort to determine industry capabilities and potential small business participation for a future procurement. Responses will inform the IRS's acquisition strategy for modernizing its IT infrastructure.
Additional Notes
All Information and Communication Technology (ICT) products and services must conform to applicable Section 508 accessibility standards. The attached Statement of Work (SOW) provides detailed technical requirements, while the Pricing Sheet offers a breakdown of specific CLINs, product numbers, quantities, and descriptions for accurate cost estimation. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.