SAM #36C25626Q1042

VA Seeks NetApp Server Storage Solutions and Services for Neurophysiology Data Archiving

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, TX, is seeking secure, high-capacity NetApp server storage solutions for archiving neurophysiology studies (EEG and NCV/EMGs). - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 16, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center - OEM Highlight: - NetApp is the only specified OEM; all products must be NetApp brand name - Only authorized NetApp distributors may respond; proof of authorization is required - Products/Services Requested: - NetApp server storage hardware and software for secure data archiving - Key hardware: Storage Shelves (DS212C), Disk Shelves (2U12, DS212C), Drive Packs (7.2K, 12G, 2x4TB), Non-Returnable Drives (HDDs, SSDs), Cables (Mini SAS HD), Rail Kits, Jumper Cords - Software: ONTAP One Package (per TB, NLSAS, Add-On, FAS90) - Support and maintenance: SupportEdge Protect for Government, SupportEdge Advisor, 4HR Parts Replacement - Services: Consulting (setup, data migration, support), deployment, and training for VA IT staff - Quantities: - Storage Shelves: 4 units - Disk Shelves: 4 units - Drive Packs: 24 units - Software (ONTAP One Package): 192 units - Consulting Days: 2 - Other accessories (cables, rail kits, jumper cords): 4-8 units each - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with VA security and data protection standards - Delivery, installation, data migration, ongoing support, and training included - Firm Fixed Price, Single Award anticipated - NAICS: 334112 (Computer Storage Device Manufacturing); PSC: 7B22 (IT and Telecom – Compute: Servers)

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Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice

Sources Sought Notice - RFI Attachment Sources Sought Notice Page 1 or 4 DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS SYNOPSIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE, PROPOSAL, OR BID. This notice is not a solicitation as defined by FAR 2.101, therefore it shall not be construed as a commitment by the government to enter into a contract, nor does it restrict the government to an acquisition approach. All information contained in this Request for Information (RFI) is preliminary as well as subject to amendment and is in no way binding on the government. Information submitted in response to this notice is voluntary; the government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the government. The government is requesting that restrictive or proprietary markings not be used in response to this notice. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized in the Federal Contract Opportunities website or General Services Administration (GSA). It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor these sites for additional information pertaining to this RFI. 1. Title: NetApp Server Storage (Brand Name)

1. Purpose: The purpose of this RFI is to identify potential sources which will aid in defining the procurement strategy for example, set-aside, sole source, or unrestricted for a solicitation the VA intends on issuing shortly as follows:

The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) Neurology Clinic located in Houston; Texas has a requirement to acquiring secure and high-capacity server space from NetApp data storage Technology for archiving neurophysiology studies (EEG and NCV/EMGs).

The Small Business Administration (SBA) size standard for the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334112 Computer Storage Device Manufacturing with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Product Supply Code (PSC) 7B22 IT and Telecom Compute: Servers (Hardware and Perpetual License Software).

The anticipated type of contract shall be a Single Award, Firm Fixed Price.

1. Responses Requested: The following questions must be answered in response to this RFI. Answers that are not provided shall be considered non-responsive to the RFI: Name of potential Contractor that possess the capability to fulfill this requirement. Contractors shall also provide the following:

Point(s) of contact name: _______________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________

Telephone number: ___________________________________________

Email address: _______________________________________________

UEI #: ____________________________________

CAGE Code: _______________________________

Is your company considered a small business concern, SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, or 8A concern, with the requisite NAICS code identified above? Can your company provide training as outlined in the attached SOW? Is your company available under any Government Wide Agency Contract (GWAC), Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP), National Acquisition Center (NAC), GSA Schedule, Federal Supply Schedule (FSS), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), and/or Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)?

The VA does not accept grey market items; therefore, the Vendor must attach an Authorized Distribution Letter as an approved and authorized vendor on OEM letterhead by the manufacturer as evidence of proof to be viewed by the government to be considered as part of the Market Research and responsiveness to this Sources Sought notice.

1. Opportunity/Market Pricing: The MEDVAMC is seeking information from potential vendors on their ability to provide the required items/equipment. THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. Small Business concerns are encouraged to provide responses to this RFI in order to assist the MEDVAMC in determining potential levels of competition and general market pricing available in the industry. Vendors are requested to submit estimated market research pricing along with their responses to the above. The estimated pricing will be considered when determining the procurement strategy for the forthcoming solicitation.

2. RFI responses are due by 2:00pm Central Time by close date listed above

The subject line shall reference that Request for Information (RFI) number above.

NO SOLICITATION EXISTS AT THIS TIME.

Please provide the information you deem relevant in order to respond to the specific inquiries of the RFI.

Information provided will be used solely by MEDVAMC as Market Research and will not be released outside of the MEDVAMC Purchasing and Contracting Team.

If no responses to this notice are received from an authorized distributor of the cited brand name items listed above, then this action will be sole sourced to the manufacturer.

1. Contact Information: Contract Specialist Robert (Dustan) Arabie robert.arabie@va.gov

*Draft PWS is attached.

Your response to this notice is greatly appreciated!

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