Award 19AQMM26F1619

Background
This Justification and Approval (J&A) is issued by the agency to document the necessity of procuring specific brand-name equipment to maintain compatibility with existing datacenter infrastructure.

The award was made to GOVSMART INC on September 28, 2026, under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 4103 and 4106.

Work Details
The contract involves the procurement of brand-name Switched PRO4X iX Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and mounting hardware from APC, Panduit Corp., and Server Technology. The specific items include:
- Switched PRO4X iX PDU with 48 RamLock HDOT Outlets (24 C13 + 24 Cx), 208V 30A (24A Rated) NEMA L6-30P Plug with a 3 m Input Cord, Bottom/Angled Cord Entry.
- Environmental Sensor Support, Dual USB-A Ports.
- Panduit Corp. E36G18L Ports for Linking and Accessories (6 units).
- Panduit Corp. PDU Universal Mounting Bracket (Set of Two Brackets) MA019 (12 units).
- Server Technology KIT-MB-99 Adjustable Button Bracket for Vertical CDUS screws (14 units).

These products are required to replace aging End of Life (EOL) and End of Support (EOS) equipment that can no longer receive necessary security updates or maintain operational reliability.

Place of Performance
Washington DC UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Only authorized or certified resellers of the specified brand-name products are eligible to bid. The justification states that only the original manufacturers and their authorized resellers have access to necessary firmware, which is critical for operation and security. Market research confirms that no other manufacturer's products are compatible with the existing infrastructure.