New Tape Drives For Our Existing i2000

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids for tape drives and associated hardware to upgrade an existing Scalar i2000 tape library system, with bids due December 17, 2009.

The scope includes four 4Gb HP LTO-4 Tape Drive Modules with Storage Networking capability, one 100-slot License Key, one Redundant Power Supply Module, two Fibre Channel Interface Cables, installation and configuration services, and annual Gold Support Plan coverage (7x24x4 on-site). Two separate upgrade quotes are included in the procurement template. Service will be prorated to align with the state's existing maintenance contract expiration in February 2010.

Bidders must submit sealed bids or electronic quotes to the Division of Purchases, Room 119, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on best value considerations including quality, conformity with specifications, delivery date, and overall cost. Separate unit prices must be provided for each item, with all prices including delivery and applicable discounts. The State of Maine is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use taxes; bidders should quote accordingly. Cash discounts of less than 20 days will not be considered in award determinations. All transportation charges must be prepaid and borne by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities or technicalities, adjust quantities by up to 10 percent, and award items individually or as a group. Pricing information and product configurations are available through the Quantum Marketplace system; detailed unit prices are not specified in the procurement documents.