Notice of Intent to Sole Source Relocation of TI-19 Air Force Research Laboratory Supercomputer System
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 Defense High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE). This contract is for the relocation of the TI-19 Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Supercomputer System from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, to the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) facility in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Capability statements are due by April 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the complete relocation of the TI-19 AFRL supercomputer system. HPE has been identified as the only source capable of performing this task due to its proprietary access to the physical and logical interconnections necessary for successful disassembly and reassembly of the system, as they are the original manufacturer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (CAGE Code: 7ES51)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Capability Statement Due: April 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM Z
- Published: April 29, 2026, at 3:12 PM Z
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes or proposals, and a solicitation will not be issued. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement for consideration. The statement must detail the vendor's ability to fulfill the requirement, provide a description of past similar experience, and include references. Information received will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The government retains discretion regarding the decision not to pursue full and open competition.
Additional Notes
Verbal communications will not be accepted in response to this notice. For inquiries, contact Jody Criss at jody.criss@usace.army.mil.