RFQ_IT__HD159073_Attachments.pdf

This is a standard IT services agreement between the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and ABC Store, Inc. for the consolidation of Developmental Center IBM systems into a Tier III data center cloud solution. The agreement covers migration and ongoing hosting of IBM Power 8 System i OS level 7.2 (AS/400) virtualized environments, with a contract term from June 14, 2016 through June 12, 2017. The scope requires maintaining current DDS communication functionalities including iSeries Navigator, mainframe interface via Remote Job Entry, Enterprise Extender HPR/IP, SFTP, secure Telnet, and sufficient bandwidth for 330 concurrent users. Work will be performed remotely with DDS Information Technology Division staff.

The contract has a maximum amount of $100,000 and includes provisions for monthly payments in arrears upon submission of invoices. The initial one-year term is renewable for up to two additional one-year periods, contingent upon DDS's satisfaction with services. Pricing is guaranteed for the initial contract period, with any price adjustment requests requiring 90 days notice and documentation. The agreement includes extensive HIPAA compliance requirements and data security provisions, requiring the contractor to implement administrative, physical and technical safeguards for protecting confidential information. Professional liability insurance coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate is required.