Cedar Rapids Ionwave #PUR0426-309

Cedar Rapids Public Library Seeks HPE-Certified Servers and Support

The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of two new HPE-certified servers to support library operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Cedar Rapids Public Library (Purchasing Services) - OEMs and Vendors: - Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is the specified OEM for server hardware and support - Notable vendors listed as plan holders include: ASIMER TECH LLC, Axelliant LLC, Communications Engineering Company (CEC), Elder Technology Group, GOOGOZ.COM, Hypertec USA Inc, Mvation Worldwide Inc., Office Towne Inc, SHI International Corp, Software Information Resource, Sterling Computers Corporation, vPrime Tech Inc, WIN Technology, and Yellow Networks LLC - Products/Services Requested: - Server #1: HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 (or equivalent) - Dual Intel Xeon Gold 5418Y (24-Core, 2.0GHz) processors - 256GB DDR5 RAM (8x32GB) - 6x 1.92TB SAS SSDs - HPE NS204i-u Gen11 Hot Plug Boot Optimization Device - 4x 1GbE RJ-45, 2x 10Gb SFP+ network ports - Dual hot-plug redundant power supplies - HPE iLO Advanced License (minimum 3-year) - HPE 5-year Tech Care Essential support - Server #2: HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 (or equivalent) - Single Intel Xeon Gold 5418Y (24-Core, 2.0GHz) processor - 128GB DDR5 RAM (4x32GB) - 4x 1.92TB SAS SSDs - HPE NS204i-u Gen11 Hot Plug Boot Optimization Device - 4x 1GbE RJ-45, 2x 10Gb SFP+ network ports - Dual hot-plug redundant power supplies - HPE iLO Advanced License (minimum 3-year) - HPE 5-year Tech Care Essential support - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All components must be HPE-certified, new, factory-sealed, and supported by HPE - Current firmware required on all equipment - Detailed pricing by SKU for all memory modules and storage drives - Vendors must validate component compatibility and provide all necessary cables, rails, and mounting hardware - Equivalent or newer generation hardware may be proposed if it meets or exceeds specifications and improves cost or delivery - Preference for local and certified small businesses within Linn County, Iowa - Delivery required by June 30, 2026, to the Cedar Rapids Public Library - Firm pricing for 12 months for potential additional purchases - Detailed descriptive literature required with bid

Description

The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of new servers. The procurement includes two types of servers with specific hardware and software requirements, including HPE certified components, current firmware, and HPE iLO Advanced licensing. Vendors must provide detailed pricing and meet delivery requirements by June 30, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through the City's online procurement portal and will be evaluated based on price, specifications adherence, delivery timelines, and vendor responsibility.

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