HPE, Aruba & Juniper IT Procurement for DARPA
Uniqcli is an authorized HPE, HPE Aruba Networking, and HPE Juniper Networking reseller supporting research and acquisition teams at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in Arlington, Virginia. We help contracting officers and program offices source TAA-compliant compute, storage, and networking through the contract vehicles they already use. From HPC clusters to secure lab networks, we deliver enterprise hardware with the lead-time clarity and deployment support a fast-moving R&D mission demands.
Overview
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is the Department of Defense organization chartered to make pivotal investments in breakthrough technologies for national security. Established in 1958 in the wake of Sputnik and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, DARPA runs a portfolio of high-risk, high-reward research programs across artificial intelligence, microelectronics, biotechnology, cyber, space, and advanced computing. Its legacy includes foundational technologies such as the early internet (ARPANET), GPS, and stealth, and its program managers continue to push the frontier of what is technically possible for the warfighter.
Unlike a traditional operational base, DARPA's IT mission is built around research velocity, data-intensive experimentation, and collaboration with universities, national labs, and industry performers. That translates into demand for high-performance computing, large-capacity storage, low-latency networking, and secure enclaves that can stand up and tear down quickly as programs spin up and conclude. Compute and data infrastructure must keep pace with simulation, modeling, AI/ML workloads, and the analysis of very large experimental datasets.
For procurement teams, the priority is sourcing modern, TAA-compliant infrastructure fast and through approved channels. Uniqcli aligns HPE ProLiant and Alletra platforms, Aruba campus and data center networking, and Juniper routing and switching to these research needs, backing each order with documentation, configuration, and post-delivery support tuned to a government R&D environment.
IT & infrastructure priorities
High-Performance & AI/ML Computing
Research programs lean on HPC clusters and GPU-accelerated servers for simulation, modeling, and machine learning. HPE ProLiant and Cray-class compute deliver the dense, scalable horsepower DARPA performers and program offices need.
High-Speed, Low-Latency Networking
Data-intensive experimentation requires fast, reliable fabric. Aruba and Juniper switching and routing provide the high-throughput, low-latency backbone that links labs, storage, and compute across research enclaves.
Scalable Storage & Data Management
Large experimental datasets, models, and archives demand performant, resilient storage. HPE Alletra and storage arrays support tiering, snapshots, and rapid recovery for research data at scale.
Secure Networking & Zero Trust
Sensitive research and IC/DoD collaboration call for segmented, policy-driven access. Aruba ClearPass and dynamic segmentation plus Juniper security align with Zero Trust and DoD networking guidance.
Agile Lab & Enclave Infrastructure
Programs spin up and conclude on short timelines. Standardized, quickly deployable compute and network bundles let teams stand up secure research enclaves and tear them down without procurement friction.
How Uniqcli serves Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
HPE ProLiant & HPC Compute
Rack and high-density ProLiant servers, plus GPU-ready and Cray-class HPC options, sized for AI/ML, simulation, and modeling workloads common to DARPA research programs.
HPE Alletra & Storage
Flexible block and file storage for large datasets, model repositories, and experiment archives, with the performance and data protection research teams require.
Aruba & Juniper Networking
Aruba CX switching, Wi-Fi 6E/7, and ClearPass alongside Juniper routing and switching to build secure, high-throughput research networks and segmented enclaves.
TAA-Compliant Sourcing
Every quote is built around Trade Agreements Act-compliant configurations with supporting documentation, so contracting officers can buy with confidence on federal vehicles.
Deployment & Lifecycle Support
Pre-configuration, asset tagging, delivery coordination, and HPE warranty/support attach to reduce the operational lift on lean program and IT staff.
HPE, Aruba & Juniper for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Browse the full catalog
S-AIWAN-A2-50M-H-5
Juniper AI-Driven WAN
P9M76A
HPE StoreFabric SN1600Q 32Gb Dual Port FC HBA
MIST-AP37-3S-3Y
Mist AP37 Tri Band Wi-Fi 7 IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 17.98 Gbit/s Wireless…
S-WAN-A2-2500M-H-3
Juniper Mist WAN Assurance for SSN Advanced Tier (A2/SER) + 2500Mbps…
P69262-B21
HPE AMD EPYC 8004 8434P Octatetraconta-core (48 Core) 2.50 GHz Processor Upgrade
R8N89B#ABB
Aruba CX 6000 12p 10M/100M/1G Class4 PoE 2p SFP 1G 139W Switch
JL277A
HPE X2A0 100G QSFP28 to QSFP28 10-m Active Optical Cable
Q2079AD
HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW 960 Data Cartridge Pallet with Cases
JZ363A
HPE AP-555 Dual Band 802.11ax 5.37 Gbit/s Wireless Access Point
S-SW-S-C4T1-5-C-A
Juniper Standard Wired Assurance for Class 4 Switches + Wired Network Insights…
MX204-HWBASE-DC-FS
Juniper MX-series MX204 Router
EX-SFP-1GE-LH
Juniper 1000Base-LH SFP Module
All TAA-compliant and available via GPC direct, SAP, FAR-based purchase orders, and GSA eBuy. Request a quote for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.
Frequently asked
Which contract vehicles can DARPA use to buy HPE and Aruba through Uniqcli?
Today Uniqcli sells to federal and SLED buyers via Government Purchase Card (GPC) direct, Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP, FAR Part 13), FAR-based purchase orders and RFQs, and GSA eBuy, with WAWF/PIEE registration for DoD invoicing and acceptance. Our GSA MAS application is in progress. Every configuration is TAA-compliant with the documentation your contracting office needs.
Is the hardware TAA-compliant?
Yes. We configure quotes around Trade Agreements Act-compliant products and can provide country-of-origin and compliance documentation to support your acquisition file.
What are typical lead times?
Lead times depend on the platform and configuration. Many standard ProLiant, Aruba, and Juniper SKUs ship quickly, while HPC, GPU, and large storage builds can carry longer windows. We provide current lead-time estimates with every quote and flag long-lead items up front.
Can you support high-performance and AI/ML computing requirements?
Yes. We source GPU-ready ProLiant servers and Cray-class HPC systems suited to simulation, modeling, and machine learning, and can help right-size compute and storage to a program's workload.
Do you provide installation and deployment support?
We offer pre-staging, configuration, asset tagging, delivery coordination, and HPE warranty and support attach. For on-site installation, we can coordinate appropriate services to fit your environment and security requirements.
Can you help with secure networking and Zero Trust requirements?
Yes. Aruba ClearPass and dynamic segmentation, plus Juniper security and routing, support segmented research enclaves and Zero Trust approaches aligned with DoD networking guidance.
How do we request a quote for DARPA?
Contact Uniqcli with your requirement, preferred contract vehicle, and any configuration details. We will return a TAA-compliant quote with current pricing, part numbers, and lead times.
Build your HPE bill of materials.
Send us the requirement, the project, or an existing quote to beat. We come back with a validated, TAA-compliant HPE configuration and a real price, often below list.
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