Facilis HUB 16 - 64TB

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice

Solicitation Number: W912JA-26-Q-1BVD
Agency: Alabama Army National Guard
Classification Code: 7A21 - IT and Telecom- Storage
NAICS Code: 334112 - Computer Storage Device Manufacturing

1. Synopsis

This is a Request for Information (RFI) and Market Research announcement only. The Alabama Army National Guard is seeking to identify potential sources with the capability to provide, install, and commission a Facilis HUB 16 - 64TB Shared Storage System.

The Government may use the information submitted in response to this notice for future procurement and planning purposes. This notice does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Proposal (RFP), nor does it commit the U.S. Government to contract for any supply or service.

2. System Requirements & Characteristics

The required solution must meet the following specifications:

• Base System: Facilis HUB 16 with 64TB raw storage capacity.
• Software/Licensing: Unlimited seats of Facilis FastTracker, including Smart Access Rules and the WAN Link Remote Client feature.
• Connectivity: 10Gb Ethernet Dual Port with Copper RJ45 connections.
• System Redundancy: Mirrored internal OS drive option.
• Services: On-site professional services to install and commission the system at Fort Rucker, Alabama.
• Pricing: All travel expenses for installation and commissioning must be included.

3. Submission Instructions for Interested Vendors

Interested organizations shall provide a capabilities statement that includes the following information:

1. Organization Name
2. Physical Address
3. Primary Point of Contact (POC) Name, Email Address, and Telephone Number
4. Company Website Address
5. System for Award Management (SAM) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number
6. Business Size and socio-economic status under NAICS code 334112.

4. Response Deadline and Point of Contact

• Closing Date & Time: All responses must be submitted via email no later than July 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time (CT).
• Point of Contact: Mr. Reginald Ellis
• Email: reginald.j.ellis.civ@army.mil

When responding, the email subject line must follow this format: "[Your Company Name] - Response to Sources Sought W912JA-26-Q-1BVD".

5. Disclaimers

• This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government.
• All information submitted is voluntary. The Government will not pay for information requested nor compensate any respondent for costs incurred in developing a response.
• Telephone responses will not be accepted.
• The U.S. Government will not accept unsolicited proposals in response to this notice.
• Submissions will not be returned.
• A determination not to compete this requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.