Virtual Suite Upgrade

This Sources Sought (SS) is issued solely for market research purposes to determine potential sources. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or Invitation for Bid (IFB) and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue an order otherwise pay for the information solicited, nor is it a guarantee of a forthcoming solicitation or contract. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement. It is the responsibility of potential quoters to monitor GSA.gov for additional information pertaining to this requirement. Description: Moody AFB is requesting a Virtual Suite upgrade on existing Cisco Infrastructure. The project transitions the environment from a standard host replacement to a multi-site high-availability architecture. The contractor shall deploy a VMware vSAN storage layer utilizing two (2) new Cisco UCS-C220 M8S servers across two separate buildings to provide resilient failover capability for workloads currently hosted on two (2) legacy Cisco UCS-C220 M6 servers. The contractor shall configure all applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), provide on-the-job training, document final system configurations, and ensure compliance with all standards outlined in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). This is a new requirement. It is a complete replacement of an existing, non-compliant hardware and software platform. 1. Product : Procure and install two (2) servers and migrate services from the two (2) legacy servers. The requirement is for two (2) new Cisco UCS-C220-M8S hyper-converged servers, complete with the necessary CPU, memory, storage, and networking components as specified. The hardware (Cisco servers), software (Cisco Intersight, VMware), and integration services are all standard items available for sale, lease, or license to the general public. This also includes Cisco Intersight SaaS licensing for a three-year period. 2. Service: The requirement includes professional engineering services to install and configure the new hardware. This service entails: Deploying the two servers across two separate buildings. Configuring a VMware vSAN cluster to create a resilient, high-availability storage tier. Configuring VMware HA (High Availability) and vMotion to enable existing virtual machine workloads to automatically failover between the servers located in the separate buildings. Providing On-the-Job Training (OJT) to government personnel on the new system's configuration and management. Delivering comprehensive "As-Built" diagrams and configuration documentation. 3. Delivery Schedule: The hardware has a delivery lead time of 132 days After Receipt of Order (ARO). The installation and configuration services will be scheduled upon receipt of the hardware. 4. Sustainment Life Cycle: The provided quote includes software-as-a-service and support licensing through March 2029, establishing a clear initial sustainment period. Future requirements will involve renewing software, support, and maintenance agreements for the new platform. 5. Critical and Long Lead Items: The primary critical long-lead item is the server hardware, which has a quoted delivery time of 132 days ARO. This schedule must be incorporated into acquisition and project planning. 6. Security Clearance: The technician performing the on-site engineering services must possess and maintain an active Military Secret security classification. 7. Government Furnished Property/Information: The government is responsible for providing the required low-latency 10Gb/25Gb network connectivity between the two installation buildings. 8. Applicable Standards and Regulations: Regulations: The solution must comply with all applicable DISA STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) and DoD directives prohibiting the use of EOL software on government networks. Industry Standards: The implementation should adhere to industry best practices for deploying and securing VMware vSAN stretched clusters. 9. Environmental Concerns: No unique environmental concerns beyond standard data center operations are identified. Disposal of equipment will follow standard regulations for electronic waste. RESPONSES MUST ADDRESS AND PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: Name, address, CAGE Code, SAM UEI, and main point of contact of your company. Provide a capability statement to show the ability to meet the requirement and how you will be able to perform the required work. Provide any recent related work history Specify any and all socio-economic to which your business belongs (large business, small business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Section 8(a) etc.) Please identify the Sources Sought ID number FA483026Q0035 in the email subject line. All responses shall be received by Wednesday, 20 May 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Send responses via e-mail to SSgt Justin De Jesus,justin.de_jesus@us.af.mil by the response date. Any questio