Purchase of Nutanix 1 Node

The City of Pasadena is seeking to procure a Nutanix 1 Node Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) cluster expansion for its Information Technology Department, specifically targeting enhanced reliability and resilience for public safety applications and systems. The procurement consists of a detailed hardware configuration including a NX-8155-G8, 1 Node with 2x Intel Xeon-Silver 4316 processors, 32GB memory modules, 6 TB HDD, 1.92 TB SSD, and specific networking and power supply components. The solicitation also includes Nutanix HCI Platform software and a 2-year 24/7 system support contract. Bids are due electronically through the City's eProcurement Portal by 2:00 pm on Friday, June 9, 2023, with the contract having an initial one-year term from the date of execution. Pricing will be evaluated based on the lowest Grand Total Price, using a sales tax rate of 10.25%, and bidders must provide unit pricing for each line item. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and the evaluation will focus on comprehensive configuration details and overall solution cost.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard federal compliance requirements are in place, including HUD Section 3 labor standards that prioritize employment and economic opportunities for low-income residents. The contract appears to be open to standard technology vendors with capabilities in hyperconverged infrastructure solutions. Potential bidders must complete various mandatory forms, including a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov, a Non-Collusion Declaration, and workforce utilization documentation. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement suggests a significant investment in public safety technology infrastructure. The successful vendor will need to demonstrate compliance with local requirements such as the Living Wage Ordinance, equal employment opportunity provisions, and potential business license requirements. The existing Nutanix HCI cluster will serve as the baseline infrastructure, and the new node will integrate to expand system capabilities for public safety applications.