Scientific Computing - Panel
Tender Overview
About this tender
CSIRO is establishing a panel for scientific computing focused on high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure and associated ICT supply and services. The panel covers compute and GPU servers, storage, networking, cluster build and management, and supporting cloud and managed services. This opportunity is designed for specialist HPC and AI infrastructure vendors and ICT integrators capable of designing, supplying and supporting research-grade compute environments for delivery across NSW and nationally.
Frequently asked questions
- CSIRO is establishing a panel for scientific computing that encompasses high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure and associated ICT supply and services to support research-grade compute environments.
- The panel covers compute servers, GPU servers, storage solutions, networking infrastructure, cluster build and management services, and supporting cloud and managed services.
- This opportunity is designed for specialist HPC and AI infrastructure vendors and ICT integrators with capability to design, supply and support research-grade compute environments.
- The panel supports delivery across NSW and nationally, covering all Australian states and territories including Western Australia, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania.
- CSIRO is managing this scientific computing panel.
- The reference number for this tender is CSIRORFT2026016.
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