Library of Congress - Davinci System Replacement
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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 Library of Congress is seeking to replace two aging Davinci Resolve hardware workstations for its National Audiovisual Conservation Center (NAVCC). This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued as a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. Proposals are due by March 13, 2026, 15:00 EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) Davinci Resolve compatible hardware workstations, fully configured to run the most recent version of Davinci Resolve Studio. Key system configurations include 10Gb Ethernet, 25Gb SAN host adapter, 1TB OS drive, two (2) 4TB media drives, Windows 11 Pro 64-bit, and 128GB RAM. A one-year manufacturer warranty on hardware is required, commencing upon Library acceptance. Optional items, which may be ordered later via contract modification, include two (2) 4K monitors and two (2) battery backup units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: Base period from June 30, 2026, to June 29, 2027.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Proposal Due: March 13, 2026, 15:00 EDT (extended by Amendment 1)
- Published: Original solicitation published February 9, 2026; Amendment 1 published March 9, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Proposals must be technically acceptable, meeting all specifications outlined in SOW Section C.3.1, with no alternative products accepted. The award will go to the responsible offeror providing a technically acceptable proposal at the lowest price. Proposals must remain valid until June 30, 2026.
Additional Notes
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to the Contracting Officer, James Robinson (jarobinson@loc.gov), and the Contract Specialist, Jacqueline Miller (jacmiller@loc.gov). Shipping of the equipment is the contractor's responsibility to the National Audiovisual Conservation Center in Culpeper, VA.