Colocation-alternate data center site

Tarrant County College District (TCCD) is seeking proposals through Request for Proposal RFP25-026 for an Alternate Data Center Operations solution, specifically targeting qualified firms capable of providing an off-campus, geographically distant data processing location for disaster recovery and business continuity purposes. The procurement is designed to establish a colocation site that can serve as a critical backup infrastructure for the college's data operations. The primary objectives include ensuring continuous operational capabilities, maintaining data integrity, and developing a robust recovery strategy in the event of a primary site disruption. Proposals are due by July 29, 2025, with potential vendors required to submit comprehensive technical and operational plans demonstrating their ability to meet TCCD's disaster recovery needs. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical capabilities, geographic distance from the primary data center, infrastructure resilience, security protocols, and overall cost-effectiveness of the proposed solution.

The procurement appears to have specific guidelines regarding vendor participation, including potential Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) requirements, as evidenced by the attached HUB Utilization Form. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, colocation data center solutions typically represent significant technology investments ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 annually depending on infrastructure complexity and service levels. Vendors will need to demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements, which are detailed in the attached insurance notification document. The solicitation includes multiple addenda, suggesting potential modifications or clarifications to the original request, and requires vendors to complete a wet signature form as part of their proposal submission. Potential respondents should carefully review all attached documents, particularly Addendum 1 and Addendum 2, to ensure full understanding of the project's scope, requirements, and any recent changes to the original request for proposals.