UCS CAD Blade Replacement

The City of Orlando is seeking bids for a UCS CAD Blade Replacement project through Invitation for Bid (IFB24-0358), specifically targeting authorized Cisco resellers to purchase hardware, software, licensing, and manufacturer support. The procurement involves replacing UCS hosts for CAD Clusters located at the Orlando Operations Center and City Hall, with a total requirement of 10 UCS B200 M6 Blades and associated components. The technical solution has been pre-designed by Cisco, and the city explicitly states that no alternate manufacturers or model numbers will be considered. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including references, certifications, and insurance certificates. The bid responses are due by May 31, 2024, at 2:00 pm, with a virtual bid opening planned, and the city intends to award a one-time purchase contract. Evaluation will be based on the lowest total bid, though the city reserves the right to award on a per-group or per-item basis. The contract includes Cisco Intersight SaaS with a 36-month initial term, covering infrastructure services, extended support, and adoption sessions.

The solicitation includes specific requirements for minority, women, and veteran-owned business participation, with potential set-aside considerations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with local regulations, including the Living Wage Policy. The procurement encompasses 23 line items covering various hardware components with quantities ranging from 1 to 240 units, including rack blades, servers, licenses, storage, CPUs, memory, and support services. While a specific total budget is not explicitly stated, the detailed pricing estimate suggests a significant investment in infrastructure refresh. The contract includes Cisco-specific components such as Intel processors, memory modules, storage devices, network interface cards, and security modules like TPM 2.0. The initial contract term is 36 months, running from February 23, 2024, to February 22, 2027, with an automatic 12-month renewal option available. Potential bidders must demonstrate authorized Cisco reseller status and meet all technical and compliance requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.