High Performance Computing System

The state and local contract opportunity involves the procurement of a High Performance Computing System for Oklahoma State University's Undergraduate Endeavor Laboratory, located in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The Request for Proposal (RFP) number OSUA&M-RFP-000337-2018 was issued by the Oklahoma A&M System, with solicitation details released on August 16, 2017, and proposals due by September 22, 2017, at 3:00 PM CST. The procurement seeks a comprehensive high-performance computing system, with specific requirements for bidders to agree to attached terms and conditions, complete a Non-collusion Certificate, and upload a Certificate of Compliance. Proposals were to be submitted FOB Destination to OSU, with all packaging, handling, shipping, and delivery costs included in the firm price. The procurement falls under commodity code 43000000 for Information Technology Broadcasting and Telecommunications, and will be awarded using the Best Value method. Bidders were instructed to direct all inquiries to the Buyer of Record, Leigh James, and were warned that contact with end users, departments, or contracted parties during the bid and evaluation process could result in bid disqualification.

The RFP did not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. The procurement was ultimately awarded to Advanced Clustering Tech Inc., indicating that the contract was open to qualified technology vendors capable of meeting the specified requirements. Payment terms were established at 0% 30, with Net 30 conditions. While specific budget ranges were not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement was for a complete high-performance computing system intended for an undergraduate laboratory, suggesting a significant technological investment. The solicitation covered jurisdictions including Muskogee County and Tamaha Town in Oklahoma, though the primary location for delivery and installation was Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. The comprehensive nature of the RFP suggests a complex technological procurement requiring vendors with advanced computing system design, implementation, and integration capabilities.