City of Hartford PlanetBids #6275R

Hartford Solicits Computer Equipment, Software, and Deployment Services from Major OEMs

The City of Hartford, including Hartford Public Schools and Hartford Public Library, is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to supply a comprehensive range of computer equipment and related services. - Government Buyer: - City of Hartford Procurement Services Unit (serving city offices, public schools, and public library) - OEMs and Vendors: - Major OEMs referenced: Dell, Lenovo, HP, Apple, Microsoft, Google, Adobe - Vendors must demonstrate OEM certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, HP, Apple) - Products/Services Requested: - Desktop computers (business, staff, student, high-end) - Laptops (business, staff, student, high-end) - Netbooks and tablets (including non-Microsoft/Apple and Apple Mac devices) - All-in-one touch PCs - Servers (rack-mounted, virtual hosts) - Direct attached storage solutions - Device parts, printers, peripherals, and accessories - Software licensing (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Adobe, endpoint protection, cloud services) - Deployment and installation services (imaging, delivery, asset tagging, etching, network configuration) - Technical support (including Apple device support, warranty service at city/school sites) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Three-year next business day onsite warranties (or Apple Care for Apple devices) - Vendors must provide local technical support within Connecticut - MWBE and small business preferences - Support for both Windows and Apple devices - Multiple system configurations and options (RAM, storage, ruggedized models, accessories) - Contracts may be awarded to multiple vendors - Purchases will be made on an as-needed basis throughout the contract period

Description

The City of Hartford is seeking qualified vendors to provide computer equipment including desktops, laptops, tablets, servers, and related technical services such as deployment and installation. The procurement aims to award multiple vendors capable of supplying the requested hardware and services. The contract period is one year with options for three additional one-year extensions. Vendors must submit electronic bids including cost and response files by June 4, 2026. The solicitation includes detailed specifications and pricing attachments for various computer hardware and services.

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