Florida FACTS #NC115

Expert IBM DB2 and IMS Database Administrator Services for State of Florida Data Center

This opportunity involves the State of Florida's Northwood Shared Resource Center (NSRC) contracting for expert database administrator services to support its critical IBM database systems. - Government Buyer: - Northwood Shared Resource Center (NSRC), State of Florida - Offices involved: Database Support Manager, Procurement and Contracting - OEMs and Vendors: - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM): IBM (DB2 and IMS database platforms) - Vendors considered: KLC Consulting, Inc. (awardee), Vitaver & Associates, SANROSE Information Services, CIBER, ISC, Imager Software, Inc. - Products/Services Requested: - Expert-level IBM DB2 Database Administrator services - Expert-level IBM IMS Database Administrator services - Advanced-level IMS/DB2 Database Administrator services - Key responsibilities: database design, administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation, performance tuning, disaster recovery, and 24/7 technical support - Quantities: Three positions (one each for DB2 Expert, IMS Expert, IMS/DB2 Advanced) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Candidates must have extensive experience with IBM DB2 and IMS systems, including support for Florida government applications (e.g., FSFN, WIC, FLORIDA system) - 24/7 support, disaster recovery planning, and compliance with state and federal laws - On-site performance at NSRC's Technology Center in Tallahassee, FL - Fixed hourly rates during the contract term; renewals subject to performance and funding - Emphasis on confidentiality, technical writing, and support for application staff - Contract Value: - Estimated up to $2,125,760 over four years (based on award and pricing summaries) - Place of Performance: - Northwood Shared Resource Center Technology Center, 1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 80, Tallahassee, FL

Description

This contract involves the provision of database support services including project management, system analysis, programming, testing, debugging, and maintenance. The contract was awarded to KLC Consulting, Inc. and includes staffing of three database administrators with expertise in IBM DB2 and IMS databases. The contract was executed by the Northwood Shared Resource Center in Florida and has been renewed three times, with each renewal extending the term by one year and increasing the contract amount. The vendor is located in Tallahassee, FL, and is designated as a Florida Veteran, Non Certified minority vendor.

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