Sentient A3
Overview
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Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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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 Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division (NAWCWD), China Lake, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of two (2) Sentient A3 units. This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ), and no competitive solicitation will be issued. The intent is to award a firm fixed-price contract to Power Pro Pte. Ltd, Durham, NC, as the sole source for these unique, proprietary components, which include tailored compute nodes and advanced graphics processing units, exclusively distributed by IAVO.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for two (2) Sentient A3 units. These units are described as containing unique, proprietary, small-scale components, specifically tailored compute nodes and advanced graphics processing units (GPUs), with a configuration only available through Power Pro Pte. Ltd, distributed by IAVO.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Contract
- Opportunity Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Presolicitation)
- Intended Awardee: Power Pro Pte. Ltd, Durham, NC 27707
- Product Service Code: 7B22 - Computing Hardware And Software Products For Servers And Converged Appliances
Response Information
While this is a sole source notice and not a request for competitive quotes, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement.
- Response Due: May 12, 2026
- Submission Method: Written capability statement via email
- Email: Yvonne Stockwell at yvonne.c.stockwell.civ@us.navy.mil
- Reference: Solicitation number N68936-26-SIMACQ-D558000-0002
- Content: The capability statement must be clear and concise, demonstrating the ability to perform the required work without compromising quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule.
Important Notes
- SAM.gov Registration: All vendors must be registered at SAM.gov. Processing new registrations or maintaining 'Active' status can take 10-15 days.
- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI): Contractors requiring access to CUI or Export Controlled Information must be certified through Defense Logistics Information Services (DLIS) via the Joint Certification Program (DD 2345). Access is limited to a single point of contact per CAGE code.