Data Center UPS Battery Replacement 2020

The Montana Department of Transportation has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered DOA-IFB-2021-0125AH for a Data Center UPS Battery Replacement project at the Miles City Data Center. The procurement seeks bids for 120 UPS batteries from specific manufacturers, specifically C&D Dynasty UPS12-490MR and GNB S12V370F, for two different UPS systems: a Chloride 90 Net 500 UPS (500kVA, 480V 3 Phase) and an MGE EPS-7000 500kVA UPS. The solicitation requires delivery within 45 days after award and includes installation services covering handling, travel, and labor costs. Bidders must provide manufacturer specifications, complete a Dark Money Declaration form, and address IT Security and Privacy Control Requirements. The bid was opened on July 6, 2020, and closed on July 27, 2020, with Amanda Henrich serving as the primary contact (Amanda.Henrich@mt.gov, +1 406-444-2516).

The procurement is strictly limited to bids using Great Northern Battery and Carlisle and Doughty UPS batteries, with any alternative brand submissions automatically rejected. Optional line items include extended warranty options for 1-year and 2-year full battery replacement. The pricing must include shipping F.O.B. Destination to the SMDC Miles City, MT location. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned, the detailed technical requirements and strict manufacturer specifications suggest a specialized procurement targeting vendors with specific technical capabilities. The contract appears to be focused on direct replacement and maintenance of critical data center infrastructure, indicating a potentially significant but not explicitly stated budget range. The jurisdictions involved include Gallatin County and Judith Gap City, though the primary procurement location is the Miles City Data Center.