Description
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is seeking a quote for an enterprise-class, all-flash array (AFA) that serves as a block storage platform within a Storage Area Network (SAN) for its forensics investigations and system backups. The selected vendor will provide the H-PureStorage SAN Forensics Lab, which includes hardware, software, and services. The contract will be for a period of three years from the award date. The FDIC will evaluate offers based on factors such as price, completeness, and reasonableness.
• The H-PureStorage SAN Forensics Lab will provide high-performance, low-latency, and unified block and file storage for mission-critical applications.
• The contract includes provisions for supply chain risk management, post-government employment certification, and commercial supplier agreement terms and conditions.
• The FDIC will respond to questions and requests for clarification regarding the solicitation.
• The proposal shall be signed by an authorized officer of the company and shall include a statement that the offer is valid for a period of not less than 120 days, unless withdrawn by written notice to the Contracting Officer.