Pricing for Rocky Linux, HPC & AI Infrastructure
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CIQ offers a range of solutions designed to meet diverse needs.
All list prices are in USD, per node, per year.
CIQ works with every customer to shape a package and a price that fits your environment, scale, and support needs. Site licenses and volume agreements are available.
Products | Self | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | |||
| Commercially guaranteed Linux OS Commercially supported Rocky Linux with LTS, FIPS 140-3 validated cryptography, direct bug fixes, indemnification, and committed CVE response timelines, bundled as one standard offering. | $350/ node / yr | $600/ node / yr | $825/ node / yr |
| Proactive security hardening and automated compliance Security-first Rocky Linux with up to 95% DISA STIG compliance out of the box, LKRG kernel runtime protection, and FIPS 140-3 validated cryptography with post-quantum algorithms. | $775/ node / yr | $1,000/ node / yr | |
| OS layer optimized for AI workloads AI-optimized Rocky Linux with CIQ Linux Kernel, NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit, DOCA-OFED, and GPU validated and preintegrated for 90% faster setup. | $775/ node / yr | $1,000/ node / yr | |
| HPC & Orchestration | |||
| Orchestration platform for AI and HPC workloads Sovereign AI orchestration platform for running training, fine-tuning, and inference across on-prem, cloud, or hybrid infrastructure. | |||
| Turnkey, stateless provisioning built for massive scale Bare-metal cluster provisioning and node management with validated images and automated configuration. | $250/ node / yr | $400/ node / yr | |
| Automation | |||
| Enterprise Ansible automation Enterprise IT automation for on-prem and cloud fleets — from a handful of nodes to thousands, with no node minimum. | $100/ node / yr | $150/ node / yr |
RLC ProCommercially guaranteed Linux OS
Commercially supported Rocky Linux with LTS, FIPS 140-3 validated cryptography, direct bug fixes, indemnification, and committed CVE response timelines, bundled as one standard offering.
RLC Pro HardenedProactive security hardening and automated compliance
Security-first Rocky Linux with up to 95% DISA STIG compliance out of the box, LKRG kernel runtime protection, and FIPS 140-3 validated cryptography with post-quantum algorithms.
RLC Pro AIOS layer optimized for AI workloads
AI-optimized Rocky Linux with CIQ Linux Kernel, NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit, DOCA-OFED, and GPU validated and preintegrated for 90% faster setup.
FuzzballOrchestration platform for AI and HPC workloads
Sovereign AI orchestration platform for running training, fine-tuning, and inference across on-prem, cloud, or hybrid infrastructure.
Warewulf ProTurnkey, stateless provisioning built for massive scale
Bare-metal cluster provisioning and node management with validated images and automated configuration.
Ascender ProEnterprise Ansible automation
Enterprise IT automation for on-prem and cloud fleets — from a handful of nodes to thousands, with no node minimum.
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Why CIQ?
CIQ is the founding sponsor of Rocky Linux and builds the infrastructure behind some of the world's most demanding environments. We bring deep engineering expertise, an open source commitment, and production-ready reliability to every engagement.
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Fewer handoffs, faster resolution
CIQ's support structure reduces the triage layers between your initial report and the team that works the fix.
Open source at the core
CIQ is the founding sponsor of Rocky Linux and an active contributor to Apptainer, Warewulf, and the broader open source ecosystem. Your infrastructure is built on software the community controls, not a single vendor.
The complete stack, one team
CIQ supports every layer from the OS through containers, provisioning, orchestration, and automation. One support team. One contract.
Built for any environment
CIQ products run on-premises, in cloud, at the edge, and across hybrid infrastructure. Whatever your deployment model, we offer a tested, supported path.
Frequently Asked Questions
CIQ pricing is customized to your organization's specific needs. We work with you to understand your needs, the scale of your deployment, and the level of support required. Submit the form above and a member of our team will provide a tailored quote, typically within one business day.
Yes. RLC+ is CIQ's free Rocky Linux offering, designed for developers, cloud-native teams, and organizations evaluating Enterprise Linux. It includes integrated GPU drivers (AMD and NVIDIA) and CIQ Portal access.
Absolutely. Many CIQ customers deploy multiple products together. For example, RLC Pro with Warewulf Pro for bare-metal cluster provisioning, or RLC Pro AI with Fuzzball for sovereign AI orchestration. We can bundle any combination of CIQ products and support tiers into a single agreement to simplify procurement.
RLC+ serves as CIQ's free evaluation path for Rocky Linux. For commercial products such as Fuzzball, Warewulf Pro, and Ascender Pro, contact us to discuss pilot or proof-of-concept engagements. Our team can scope a defined evaluation so you can validate the solution before committing to a production contract.
The more detail you provide, the more precise we can be. Helpful information includes: the products you're evaluating, your approximate node or user count, your compliance requirements (FIPS, STIG, etc.), and your preferred support tier. A member of our team will reach out within one business day to discuss your needs and build a proposal.
Yes. Pricing on this page reflects our standard list rates, and CIQ offers adjustments for large-scale deployments, multi-year commitments, and site licenses. If you're planning a large rollout or want to lock in pricing over a longer period, note it in the form or ask your CIQ account manager for details.
CIQ supports standard enterprise procurement processes, including purchase orders, annual invoicing, and multi-year agreements. We can also work through approved resellers and cloud marketplace listings where available. Contact us to discuss the options that best fit your organization's procurement workflow.