RFP 2026-0003 Backup Disaster and Recovery (BDR) Solution

The Savannah Airport Commission has issued RFP 2026-0003 for a comprehensive Backup, Disaster and Recovery (BDR) Solution, seeking qualified firms to provide an integrated technology solution for backup and storage infrastructure. The procurement requires a robust system encompassing backup architecture, security and compliance features, and disaster recovery capabilities. Proposers must submit electronic responses through https://savannahairport.bonfirehub.com/ by February 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for January 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST. The evaluation will be conducted by a minimum three-person panel using weighted criteria, including Technical Compliance (25 points), Security and Compliance Features (20 points), Disaster Recovery Capabilities (10 points), Scalability and Future Readiness (10 points), Management and Usability (10 points), Experience and Past Performance (10 points), Cost (10 points), and Local/Small Business/Minority Business designation (5 points). Written questions must be submitted by January 20, 2026, with the final addendum released by January 28, 2026.

The RFP does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, though there is a 5-point preference for local, small, or minority business designations. The contract will be an initial three-year agreement with two optional three-year renewal periods, allowing potential termination with thirty days' prior written notice. While no specific budget range is detailed, the pricing proposal must be comprehensive and all-inclusive, covering products, licensing, hardware, software, services, deliveries, installations, training, and maintenance. Proposers are required to provide multi-year pricing for three to five years, including implementation and ongoing support, with clearly stated renewal rates and escalation caps. The Savannah Airport Commission will select the most advantageous and best value provider, which may not necessarily be the lowest bidder, and anticipates notifying award recipients by April 15, 2026.