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Server Rack Replacement and Cable Management   2

ID: FA487724Q0016 • Type: Solicitation

Description

Posted: Aug. 13, 2024, 3:56 p.m. EDT

The 355th Communications Squadron (355 CS), Davis-Monthan AFB (DMAFB), requires the contractor to replace 4 server racks and perform cable management on 11 racks in 355 CS data center. The contractor will provide a proposed Performance Work Statement (PWS) as part of its quotation, proposed period of performance, personnel, equipment, tools, parts, labor, supervision, management, and transportation necessary to accomplish server rack replacement and cable management services. The total number of racks to be replaced is four, in Row #2, Racks 1-4. The contractor will remove the equipment from the existing racks, dispose of the existing racks, install new racks, and replace the equipment on the new racks. The replacement racks must include the following:

    • 42U data center cabinet supporting 19 rack mounted equipment with the ability to accept rack cage nuts.
    • Nominal width should be at least 29 with a front opening of at least 25 .
    • Nominal depth should be at least 39 with rail depth up to 36 .
    • Have adjustable rails.
    • Have a single perforated front door and a double perforated rear door, both with lockable key latches.
    • The top panel must have 4 cable openings, one at each corner, with included grommets.
    • Must have 4 vertical cable managers with fingers aligning between each U that are also in-line with the top panel's cable openings but do not interfere with the installation or removal of rack mounted equipment.
    • Must come with enough cage nuts and screws to populate every slot on all 4 rails.
    • Must come with 2 vertical mounted PDUs (zero U), mounted securely, supporting 24 NEMA 5-20 outputs at 120V and a NEMA L5-30P input at 120V with the ability to be actively monitored via SNMP.

The contractor will perform the following regarding cable management.

  • Replace and organize all connections in Row #1, Racks 7-14A (rack 11 doesn't exist) and Row #2, Racks 1-4.
  • Utilize maintenance loops using existing cable trays to provide neatness, accessibility, and to allow freedom of movement for future serviceability.
  • Properly identify cables in accordance with ANSI/TIA-606-C to include identifying:
    • Pathways
    • Patch panels
    • Ports
    • Cabling
    • Telecommunications space
    • Work area outlets
    • Racks and cabinets
    • Grounding busbars
    • Firestop locations
    • Data center room grid
  • Update LIU/patch panel labels and legend inserts.
Posted: Aug. 6, 2024, 6:19 p.m. EDT
Posted: Aug. 6, 2024, 12:38 p.m. EDT
Posted: Aug. 2, 2024, 2:38 p.m. EDT
Background
The 355th Communications Squadron (355 CS) at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base (DMAFB) requires the replacement of outdated server racks and cable management services.

The existing server racks are over 20 years old, hindering the squadron's ability to support modern data center equipment and future growth. This project aims to address long-standing issues of cable sprawl and improve organization and labeling of connections within the data center.

Work Details
The contractor shall provide all necessary transportation, personnel, equipment, tools, parts, labor, supervision, and management for the following tasks:
- Replace a total of 11 server racks: 7 in Row #1 (Racks 7-14A) and 4 in Row #2 (Racks 1-4).
- The new racks must be 42U data center cabinets supporting 19" rack-mounted equipment with specific dimensions and features including adjustable rails, perforated doors with locks, cable openings with grommets, vertical cable managers, cage nuts and screws for installation, and vertical PDUs with multiple outlets.
- Remove equipment from old racks and reinstall it in the new racks.
- Dispose of the old server racks.
- Conduct cable management by replacing and organizing all connections in the specified racks.
- Utilize maintenance loops using existing cable trays for neatness and accessibility.
- Properly identify cables according to ANSI/TIA-606-C standards including pathways, patch panels, ports, cabling, telecommunications space, work area outlets, racks/cabinets, grounding busbars, firestop locations, and data center room grid.
- Update LIU/patch panel labels and legend inserts.

Place of Performance
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base (DMAFB), specifically within building 5010 where the data center is located.

Overview

Response Deadline
Aug. 16, 2024, 5:00 p.m. EDT (original: Aug. 14, 2024, 5:00 p.m. EDT) Past Due
Posted
Aug. 2, 2024, 2:38 p.m. EDT (updated: Aug. 13, 2024, 3:56 p.m. EDT)
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
Tucson, AZ 85708 United States
Source
SAM

Current SBA Size Standard
$34 Million
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$50,000 - $150,000 (AI estimate)
Signs of Shaping
52% of obligations for similar contracts within the Department of the Air Force were awarded full & open.
On 8/2/24 Air Combat Command issued Solicitation FA487724Q0016 for Server Rack Replacement and Cable Management due 8/16/24. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 541519 (SBA Size Standard $34 Million) and PSC R499.
Primary Contact
Name
Cody Daraban   Profile
Phone
(520) 228-3704

Secondary Contact

Name
Joshua Lewis   Profile
Phone
(520) 228-4190

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Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE > ACC > FA4877 355 CONS PK
FPDS Organization Code
5700-FA4877
Source Organization Code
500042543
Last Updated
Aug. 31, 2024
Last Updated By
cody.daraban@us.af.mil
Archive Date
Aug. 31, 2024