Core Systems Servers
Overview
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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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to procure 12 custom-built Core Systems Servers from Rugged Systems, Inc. This is a sole source Request for Quotation (RFQ) for specific ruggedized servers required for a program mission. The acquisition is UNRESTRICTED and will be awarded on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Quotations are due by June 22, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
NSWCDD requires 12 custom-built servers, specifically the M318 rugged chassis (part number 20909-3UM02-01) manufactured by Rugged Systems, Inc. These servers are designed to meet specific program mission requirements and are the only configuration validated and approved.
Key technical specifications include:
- Server Model: M318S Chassis Server (Rugged MIL-SPEC)
- Processors: Dual LGA 4677 Sockets with 2x Intel Platinum 8558P Processors (5th Gen)
- Memory: 256GB DDR5 (16GB per module, 5600 MHz, ECC, REG)
- Storage: Multiple Micron SSDs (3.84TB OS, 7.68TB removable, 15.36TB removable for RAID 0)
- RAID Controller: MegaRAID 9570-24i
- Video Cards: 2x Nvidia RTX 4000 Ada (20GB GDDR6 ECC)
- Network Adapters: Intel X710-DA4 (4x 10 Gigabit SFP+) and Intel E810-CQDA2 (2x QSFP28)
- Durability: Potting to PCBs, Loctite to screws, hot melt to cable connectors.
- Accessories: 20" General Devices Friction Slide Rails.
The requirement also includes Unique Item Identification (DFARS 252.211-7003).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: N0017826Q6786
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Simplified Acquisition Procedures)
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing)
- PSC/FSC Code: 7B22 (IT and telecom - compute: servers)
- Quantity: 12 Each
- Period of Performance: Delivery within 18 weeks from date of award.
- Quotation Due: June 22, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. EST
- Anticipated Award: By July 18, 2026
- Place of Delivery: NSWC Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114
- Inspection/Acceptance: Destination (COMBAT DIRECTION SYSTEMS ACTIVITY, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
Submission & Evaluation
This is a sole source procurement under FAR 6.103-1(b). All responsible offerors are encouraged to submit a quotation. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.
Key submission requirements:
- Offerors must provide documentation from Rugged Systems, Inc. confirming authorized reseller or distributor status. Quotations without this may be rejected.
- All costs, including shipping to Dahlgren, VA, and any tariffs, must be included in the quoted price.
- Offerors should submit published or historical pricing data to support price analysis.
- Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
- Complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30 of the SF 1449.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted via email to Jessica.b.gallagher2.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the closing date, referencing Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6786 in the subject line.