Combined Synopsis Globus

This combined synopsis/solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) prepared utilizing FAR Part 12 commercial item procedures. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This acquisition is being conducted as a full and open competition using competitive procedures, with a brand name specification.
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov and https://www.acquisition.gov/hhsar. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC). All questions and inquiries concerning this solicitation must be submitted by e-mail only (no faxes or telephone calls will be accepted) to the Contract Specialist no later than October 26, 2026 at 2:30 PM ED. Questions shall be submitted to [email protected],and must reference “Globus Data Transfer System – RFQ 7571TE27Q00015” in the subject line.
Quotes must be received no later than October 26, 2026 at 2:30 PM ED. Quoters shall submit their quotation electronically to [email protected], and must reference “Globus Data Transfer System – RFQ 7571TE27Q00015” in the subject line. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Office of Scientific Computing requires continuing license and subscription to the Globus Data Transfer System, including Globus Standard Subscription and Connector Open Access (Standard Level), to support transmission of large files between the NIEHS High Performance Computing environment and NIH Biowulf as well as extramural collaborators. Globus has LSJ_Globus_GSA.pdf

been in use at NIEHS for more than five years and has often been the only available option for encrypted transfers of sensitive data sets. The Globus platform is fully integrated into existing NIEHS research workflows and supports access to previously generated scientific data. These capabilities are not available through publicly accessible or alternative commercial software solutions without significant disruption to ongoing research activities.
Please refer to the attached solicitation documents for the complete description of requirements, evaluation criteria, and applicable terms and conditions.