IFB_Net App Support Services

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Tollway, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for NetApp hardware, hardware maintenance and support, and related professional services. The procurement is seeking a vendor to provide a support extension for NetApp A700 All-Flash Arrays, replace existing NetApp FAS8080 controllers with new FAS9000 controllers, and furnish professional services. The contract term is 38 months, with the option to renew for up to 10 years total. Bids are due by the posted due date, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The IFB provides detailed pricing requirements for the hardware, software, services, and support components. Vendors must submit their pricing in a specific format, and all line items must be priced to be considered responsive.

The solicitation does not include any small business set-aside or participation goals. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed. The contract value is not specified, but the detailed pricing requirements suggest a significant budget for the NetApp hardware, maintenance, and support services. Responses must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy system, as the State of Illinois will not accept any paper-based submissions.