IBM IES Pure App Cabinet Expansion for Storage

The state of Illinois, specifically Cook County, is seeking proposals for the expansion of an IBM IES Pure App Cabinet for storage. The procurement is for the delivery and installation of additional storage capacity to complement the existing infrastructure. Key objectives include increasing data storage capabilities and ensuring seamless integration with the current IBM IES Pure App Cabinet system. Qualified respondents should have expertise in the implementation and maintenance of enterprise-level storage solutions, as well as a demonstrated ability to work within the technical parameters of the existing infrastructure. Proposals are due by July 18, 2018, and the procurement process may include a site visit or bidders' meeting to address any questions from interested parties.

This contracting opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor or contractor, if any, is not identified in the available information. The budget range or potential award value for this project is also not specified, though it can be assumed to be commensurate with the scope of work and the existing storage infrastructure requirements.