DETSI Expression of Interest for High Performance Computing Mass Data Storage

🖥️ Tender Overview: High Performance Computing (HPC) Mass Data Storage The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI), in conjunction with the Department of Primary Industries, is issuing an Expression of Interest (EOI) to identify market-ready DMF-6 compatible Mass Data Storage (MDS) solutions. This initiative aims to support scientific research and high-speed data processing requirements. 🎯 Scope and Objectives DETSI is looking to replace its existing on-premises HPC storage infrastructure. The project requires a solution capable of handling multi-petabyte scale datasets with high performance and 'cloud burst' capabilities. Key objectives include: Market Assessment: Identifying suppliers capable of delivering DMF-6 compatible storage. Strategic Partnership: Establishing a long-term relationship (minimum 5 years) for the supply of goods and services. Contracting: Alignment with Queensland Information Technology Contracting (QITC) agreements. 📋 Key Requirements Compatibility: Must be DMF-6 compatible. Scalability: Ability to manage multi-dimensional datasets at high speeds. Flexibility: Support for lease, as-a-service, or other flexible procurement models. 📅 Important Dates Open Date: 2026-06-02 Supplier Query Cut-off: 2026-06-08T14:00:00Z Closing Date: 2026-06-16T14:00:00Z Expected Decision: 2026-06-23 This EOI serves as the first stage of a two-part procurement process. Successful respondents will be shortlisted for a subsequent Request for Quote (RFQ). Businesses with expertise in Data Storage Services, Managed Services, and HPC Infrastructure are encouraged to apply.