Request for Information (RFI) for High-Performance Server
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 Air Force (AFLCMC/C3NA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of providing high-performance servers equipped with a 1553 card. These servers are intended for use on datalink gateway systems, specifically to host the SPIDR gateway manager and WINTAK map display software. The Air Force is interested in quantities ranging from 20 to 100 servers. Responses are due February 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The RFI seeks information on servers that will host the SPIDR (Scalable Portable Integrated Data Router) gateway manager and WINTAK map display software. SPIDR software is critical for receiving, translating, converting, filtering, recording, and forwarding datalink messages, while WINTAK provides an interactive display for real-time geospatial data, complex simulations, and 3D model rendering. Vendors must be able to supply servers with a 1553 card installed as part of the complete procurement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Product Service Code: 7B20 (Hardware, Software, And Other Equipment Needed For Specialized High Performance Computing)
- Response Due: February 21, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Place of Performance: Hanscom AFB, MA, United States
Evaluation
This RFI aims to gather information from hardware vendors regarding their offerings, capabilities, and pricing for servers that meet or exceed the specified performance requirements, including the integrated 1553 card.
Additional Notes
This is a market research effort for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government to award a contract. Interested parties should contact Aidan Nugent (aidan.nugent@us.af.mil) or Alexandra Hutchinson (Alexandra.Hutchinson.1@us.af.mil) for further information.