MACBOOK PRO M5 MAX AND ACCESSORIES
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Research Laboratory (NRL) is soliciting quotations for MacBook Pro M5 Max and associated accessories under a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. This opportunity is a Total Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside. The procurement is for new, brand-name equipment only, requiring vendors to be authorized by the manufacturer. Quotations are due by May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
NRL seeks to procure specific Apple and related IT equipment:
- 5 units of 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max (18-core CPU, 40-core GPU, 128GB RAM, 2TB SSD, 140W power adapter, Space Black, NCNR). These require DoD unique identification.
- 5 units of AppleCare+ for 16-inch MacBook Pro.
- 5 units of USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m).
- 5 units of Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter.
- 10 units of Dell USB-C to 2.5Gbps Ethernet Adapter.
- 10 units of Type C Smart Card Reader (DOD Military USB-C Common Access CAC Card Reader).
- 2 units of Samsung Type-C USB Flash Drive, 512GB.
All equipment must be new, brand-name, and covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Vendors must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), an authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, and must provide documentation of this authorization.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- NAICS Code: 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing) with a 1250 employee size standard.
- PSC: 7B20 (Hardware, Software, and Other Equipment for HPC Systems)
- Quotations Due: May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM ET
- Delivery: On or before May 29, 2026, to U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC. FOB Destination is preferred.
- Published: May 8, 2026
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit one copy of their technical and price quote, along with a signed/dated SF1449. Submissions must include the company's DUNS Number and CAGE Code. All quotations shall be sent via email to the Government Point of Contact. Invoices and receiving reports will be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. The Government may award without discussions or negotiations. Offerors must have an active registration in SAM.gov. Quotations must include a statement accepting the solicitation's terms and conditions or listing any exceptions with rationale.
Point of Contact
Richard Key Email: richard.a.key2.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 202-875-9213