University of Minnesota Ionwave #10074.2326709.JS Addendum 2

Award for Routers for Core, GigaPOP, and Remote Sites Network Segment – University of Minnesota Next Generation Network

This award notice details the University of Minnesota's selection of a supplier for routers supporting the Core, GigaPOP, and Remote Sites Network Segment under its Next Generation Network initiative. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota (higher education institution) - OEMs and Vendors: - Awarded supplier: KNZ Solutions, Inc. - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or router models are named in the documentation - Products/Services Requested: - Routers for core, GigaPOP, and remote site network segments - Routers must support various speeds tailored to each network segment - Quantity and part numbers are not specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Respondents could bid on multiple network segments (Core, Data Center, WiFi, etc.) but had to submit separate proposals for each - Strict protocols for submission and communication (e.g., no direct contact with the department during the process) - Requirement to review detailed network diagrams and all provided documents - Open to all qualified vendors; no set-aside restrictions - Place of Performance: - University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is for the Core, GigaPOP, Remote Sites Network Segment of the University of Minnesota's Next Generation Network. The project involves procuring routers that support various speeds for different network segments including core, remote sites, and GigaPOP. The RFP includes multiple addenda with updated network diagrams and answers to rounds of questions. Respondents could respond to this segment and others such as Data Center and WiFi Network Segments, submitting responses separately. The awarded supplier is KNZ Solutions, Inc.

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