Network Attached Storage (NAS) Server Rack Solution
DEPT OF DEFENSE.US SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM).AMSAM-SPK · Response deadline: Wed, 28 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
USSOCOM is soliciting small business bids for a Network Attached Storage (NAS) Server Rack Solution to be delivered to Fort Eustis, Virginia. This procurement falls under NAICS code 334112 (Computer Storage Device Manufacturing), which covers the production of data storage equipment such as hard disk drives, solid-state drives, and network-attached storage systems that allow multiple users to access shared data over a network.
NAS server rack solutions typically provide centralized data storage, backup, and retrieval capabilities for organizational networks. In a military command environment like USSOCOM, such systems generally support mission-critical data management, intelligence storage, operational planning documents, and collaborative workflows requiring high availability and redundancy. The specific technical requirements—capacity, throughput, security features, and form factor specifications—see the solicitation on SAM.gov.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), AMSAM-SPK |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | H9224127QE002 |
| NAICS | 334112 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 28, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Fort Eustis, VA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is 100% reserved for small businesses certified in NAICS 334112, which carries a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,000 employees. Eligible entities must:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Hold valid NAICS 334112 in their SAM profile
- Meet SBA size standards for this industry
- Be prepared to deliver to a military installation in Virginia
Small businesses in adjacent sectors—such as computer systems design (NAICS 541512), custom programming (541511), or electronic computer manufacturing (334111)—are not eligible unless they have also registered under 334112 and meet the size standard. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may participate if structured to comply with small business set-aside rules. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs), and HUBZone firms that also qualify as small under 334112 may bid, though this is a general small business set-aside without a further socioeconomic preference.
How to put together a competitive bid
Technical compliance: NAS solutions for DoD clients typically require MIL-STD or ruggedized specifications, secure boot capabilities, and compliance with DISA STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides). Verify whether the solicitation cites specific security frameworks like CMMC, FIPS 140-2, or Common Criteria certification. Document traceability for any third-party components.
Past performance: USSOCOM values demonstrated experience delivering comparable storage infrastructure to federal or defense customers. Prepare CPARS references or commercial equivalents showing on-time delivery of rack-mounted storage solutions. If you lack direct NAS experience, highlight relevant server or data center hardware contracts.
Pricing strategy: Small business set-asides in IT hardware often attract fewer bidders than full-and-open competitions, but defense-grade specifications can narrow the field. Analyze GSA Advantage! or competing vehicle pricing for comparable rack-mount enterprise NAS units. Factor in shipping to Fort Eustis, potential White Glove delivery requirements, and any depot-level warranty or logistics support the solicitation demands.
Supply chain: Disclose domestic or non-traditional sources for critical components. Defense storage procurements increasingly scrutinize semiconductor origin and anti-tamper assurances.
Next steps
Download the full solicitation H9224127QE002 immediately from SAM.gov using the solicitation number. Note the compressed timeline: posted October 23, 2026, with responses due October 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT—only five calendar days. Confirm whether amendments have extended this deadline. Review Sections C (Description/Specifications) and L (Instructions) for exact NAS technical requirements, deliverables, and any required samples or demonstrations. Submit through SAM.gov or the designated electronic portal before the deadline; late submissions are typically non-negotiable in DoD solicitations.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →