Wildflower International Secures ITES-4H Contract to Deliver Enterprise IT Solutions for the U.S. Army

Santa Fe, NM – September 11, 2025 – Wildflower International has been selected as one of only 49 companies nationwide to hold a coveted spot on the U.S. Army ITES-4H (Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – 4 Hardware) contract vehicle. Valued at up to $10 billion over ten years, ITES-4H is the Army CHESS contract for enterprise IT hardware, including servers, storage, networking, imaging, video, and other mission-critical equipment.

This award positions Wildflower International as a trusted ITES-4H contract holder, ready to help Army buyers, program offices, and contracting officers streamline procurement while meeting mission and small-business participation goals.

Delivering Advanced IT Hardware Through ITES-4H

ITES-4H was designed to make Army IT procurement faster, more efficient, and fully compliant with federal acquisition regulations. As an authorized Army CHESS ITES-4H contract holder, Wildflower International provides a full range of enterprise IT hardware and related products, including:

• Enterprise Servers & Compute for data centers, tactical edge, and virtualization
• Enterprise Storage Systems for scalable, secure data management
• Networking Equipment, Cables, and Accessories to connect and secure Army infrastructure
• Imaging, Video, and Peripherals to support day-to-day mission operations
• Secure, TAA-Compliant Hardware approved for use across DoD environments

 “ITES-4H gives federal agencies a faster, more efficient way to procure IT hardware,” said Kimberly deCastro, CEO of Wildflower International. “Our team is honored to support the Army’s mission by providing secure, reliable solutions that keep pace with today’s defense and research environments.”

Enterprise Solutions for Army Missions

Wildflower provides mission-ready enterprise IT solutions under ITES-4H, designed to meet Army requirements for scale, security, and performance:

• Compute: Enterprise-grade rack and tower servers, pre-configured for data center, cloud, and tactical edge environments
• Storage: Scalable, high-performance storage systems for structured and unstructured data at any scale
• AI/HPC: GPU-accelerated solutions for modeling, simulation, AI/ML workloads, and research environments
• Hyperconverged Infrastructure: Integrated compute and storage platforms for rapid deployment, simplified management, and reduced footprint
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Hardware and architectures that meet DoDIN APL, FIPS 140-2, and other federal security requirements

Our OEM strength, combined with Wildflower’s HUBZone-certified small business status, gives NASA, Army, and other federal buyers a low-risk, high-value way to meet procurement objectives.

Small Business Value for the Army

Wildflower International is a woman-owned, HUBZone-certified small business. By purchasing through Wildflower on ITES-4H, Army buyers meet federally mandated small business participation goals while gaining access to:

• System integration expertise – from server configuration to secure deployment
• Cybersecurity compliance & SCRM – meeting NIST 800-171 and DFARS requirements
• Lifecycle support – ensuring Army systems remain mission-ready from installation through decommission

Why ITES-4H Matters

The Army CHESS ITES-4H contract is the fourth generation of the Army’s enterprise hardware acquisition program and provides a streamlined, one-stop contract for IT hardware purchases. Key benefits include:

• Pre-competed Pricing – Reduces administrative burden and saves taxpayer dollars
• Faster Task Orders – Orders can be placed in days, not months
• Compliance Assurance – Meets DoD security, environmental (EPEAT), and supply chain requirements
• Open to Other Agencies – Federal and DoD buyers outside the Army can also leverage ITES-4H

With Wildflower now on the contract, federal buyers can confidently issue task orders for any approved IT solutions, knowing they are getting competitive pricing, trusted support, and small-business credit.

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ITES-4H FAQ (For Federal Buyers)

What is ITES-4H?
ITES-4H stands for Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – 4 Hardware, the Army’s multiple-award IDIQ for enterprise IT hardware.

Who can order through ITES-4H?
Any Army organization and other DoD or federal agency authorized to use Army CHESS can place orders.

What products are available?
Servers, storage, networking equipment, imaging and video devices, cables, and other enterprise IT hardware — sourced from a wide range of approved manufacturers to meet mission requirements.

How do I order?
Task orders are issued through the CHESS IT e-mart portal. Wildflower can assist buyers step-by-step to ensure compliance.

Why Choose Wildflower?

Wildflower combines strong OEM partnerships across multiple technology providers, a proven track record of delivering mission-critical solutions for federal agencies, and the advantages of HUBZone/WOSB small-business credit — reducing procurement risk and ensuring secure, mission-aligned results.

About Wildflower International

Wildflower International is a leading federal IT solutions provider headquartered in Santa Fe, NM. For over 30 years, the company has delivered innovative technology to defense and civilian agencies, including data center modernization, cloud migration, and cybersecurity solutions.

As a proud participant in the ITES-4H program, Wildflower is committed to helping the U.S. Army modernize its infrastructure, accelerate mission outcomes, and reduce total cost of ownership.