26-0105-7/ PURCHASE OF QUANTUM DXi T10 SERIES BACKUP AND DISASTER RECOVERY STORAGE SYSTEM

Chatham County, Georgia is soliciting bids for the purchase, installation, support, and professional services associated with a Quantum DXi T10 Series Backup and Disaster Recovery Storage System, with sealed bids due September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Vendors must be authorized Quantum resellers. The county has established a 30% combined M/WBE participation goal and requires bidders to demonstrate good faith efforts to subcontract with or purchase supplies from qualified M/WBE vendors.

The scope includes one base unit (DDY10-B9EM-001A) with 30TB usable physical capacity, three 30TB expansion units (DDY10-AHRL-001A), one quad 10/25 GbE network interface card kit, software capacity licensing for 120TB with three-year subscription and Silver support, onsite installation in Savannah, Georgia, two years of hardware support with Bronze-level coverage, and two years of professional services. All-inclusive pricing must cover equipment, licenses, subscriptions, installation, support, professional services, shipping, handling, and all other costs necessary for a complete and operational solution. Pricing shall be quoted for each line item specified in the bid documents.

The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder offering the best value to the county, structured as an annual contract with renewal options for four additional one-year terms if all parties agree. No pre-bid conference is scheduled. Bids must be accompanied by E-Verify affidavits, debarment certifications, tax compliance documentation, M/WBE participation forms, and proof of current Chatham County business license. Bid tabulations will be posted within 24–48 hours of opening and remain available for 30 days. Vendor inquiries must be directed to Ms. LaToya Lott, Procurement Specialist, through the Chatham County Purchasing Portal; direct contact with county departments is prohibited.