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The City of Peachtree City, Georgia is requesting sealed electronic bids for Hewlett-Packard storage equipment from authorized HP distributors only, with bids due January 12, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. No alternative products or solutions are permitted — this is a single-source, authorized-distributor-only procurement.

Bidders must be authorized HP distributors or provide documentation from an authorized distributor confirming product purchase and warranty coverage. Bidders are ineligible if in arrears on any debt or obligation to Peachtree City or any other governmental entity. The solicitation prohibits contact with City employees or elected officials except the Purchasing Manager; unauthorized contact may result in bid disqualification.

The scope comprises multiple HP storage model components with specified quantities, including items R4U29A, Q8C17C, R7S85A, R9D23A, R9X15A, R7G13A, Q8G27B, R7N52AAE, and associated accessories. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on January 12 at 10:00 a.m. Written clarification requests are due by close of business five business days prior to the deadline (January 5, 2023), with responses provided by addendum no later than 72 hours before submission. The City anticipates awarding the contract at the January 19 City Council meeting.

Bids are binding for 60 days following the submission deadline. The City will select the lowest, best, responsible, and responsive bidder and reserves the right to negotiate with the awarded vendor after contract execution. Payment terms are net 30 days via purchase order. The contract is governed by Georgia state law with exclusive jurisdiction in Fayette County courts.