Equipment Move

This state and local contract opportunity is for a move of computer equipment from the State of Ohio Computer Center (SOCC) in Columbus, Ohio to a data center in Sterling Forest, New York. The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is procuring moving services to transport a DS8950F data storage system weighing 2,037 lbs from the SOCC to the Kyndryl Resiliency Services DR facility in Sterling Forest. The contract requires the bidder to provide all requested documentation, demonstrate prior experience with general moving services and moves of heavy computer equipment over 100 miles, and meet cost requirements. Bidders will be evaluated and scored based on their ability to meet the stated requirements, their relevant experience, and the proposed cost, with cost accounting for 30% of the total score. The contract must be completed within 5 business days of the equipment pickup, which must occur within 10 business days of the purchase order.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about any incumbent vendors or contractors, existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, or the potential award value or budget range for the contract. Bidders must submit their responses and complete the OhioBuys questionnaire by the stated due date of April 18, 2024.