NICE RFQ for Server, Enterprise, Summer 2027 per Attachment

NICE Community School District in Ishpeming, Michigan is requesting quotations for enterprise server equipment with quotations due September 30, 2026, and anticipated delivery July 1–16, 2027.

The primary specification is one Dell PowerEdge R570 Server configured with a 2.5" chassis, Intel Xeon 6 Performance processor, 256GB DDR5 memory across four 64GB RDIMMs, ten 960GB SAS SSDs, dual redundant 800W power supplies, iDRAC10 Enterprise management, and ProSupport with next business day onsite service for 36 months. Equivalent products from HPE, Lenovo, or other established manufacturers will be considered if submitted with complete specifications and pre-approved by the district. Vendors must provide full manufacturer warranty information, estimated lead times, product specification sheets, and technical data confirming compliance with manufacturer and industry standards. Installation services are excluded unless specifically identified by the vendor.

Evaluation criteria are total cost, product availability, delivery schedule, product compatibility, warranty coverage, and vendor responsiveness and experience. Pricing must include all freight and delivery to the district facility at 300 Westwood Drive, Ishpeming, Michigan 49849, and must remain valid through July 2027 delivery and invoice periods. Partial shipments require prior district approval. The district is tax-exempt and will provide tax-exempt documentation upon request.

Quotations must be submitted electronically to Melissa Maki at melissa@nice.k12.mi.us. The district will recommend the most responsive and responsible quotation for approval at the subsequent Board meeting. This RFQ is for material supply only.