IFB B50646 Upgrading Aging Server Equipment

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is seeking qualified bidders for Invitation for Bid (IFB) B50646, which involves upgrading aging server equipment across its data centers. The procurement focuses on acquiring Hewlett Packard servers, accessories, software, and maintenance support, specifically targeting the replacement of legacy HPE Generation 8 servers with Generation 10 servers, upgrading Linux hardware to Version 11, and updating SQL Servers in the Enterprise environment. Key deliverables include server hardware components such as cabling, chassis, controllers, drives, licensing, memory, network adapters, power supplies, processors, and related accessories. Bidders must be authorized Hewlett Packard resellers sourced within the United States Authorized market. The procurement timeline includes a pre-bid conference on February 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at MARTA Headquarters, with questions due by March 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Bids are due on March 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with bid opening scheduled for March 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The contract term is five years from the Notice to Proceed, with an expected delivery timeframe of 60 days from NTP.

The solicitation has a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, indicating no specific set-aside requirements for minority or small businesses. Delivery of procured items will be to MARTA's Technical Resource Center located at 2400 Piedmont Road NE in Atlanta. While the documentation does not specify an exact budget range or award value, the comprehensive server upgrade suggests a potentially significant investment in technology infrastructure. The procurement appears to be focused on modernizing MARTA's existing server environment, replacing aging hardware with current-generation technology. Interested bidders can download procurement documents from MARTA's website (www.itsmarta.com) starting February 19, 2025. For additional information or questions, bidders are directed to contact Rashaunda Williams, Contract Specialist III, at (404) 848-4101 or rwilliams8@itsmarta.com. The solicitation does not provide details about current incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements beyond the server upgrade specifications.