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Cedar Rapids Public Library Solicits Bids for Lenovo Desktops, Laptops, Monitors, and Accessories with 5-Year Warranties

The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of new computers and accessories for public use at the library. - Government Buyer: - City of Cedar Rapids Public Library (Purchasing Services) - OEMs and Vendors: - Primary OEM: Lenovo (ThinkCentre desktops, ThinkPad laptops, Tiny-in-One monitors) - Multiple vendors listed as plan holders, including ASIMER TECH LLC, Axelliant LLC, B&H Photo-Video-Pro-Audio, Elder Technology Group, EnCompass Iowa, GOOGOZ.COM, Howard Technology Solutions, Hypertec USA Inc, Office Towne Inc, SHI International Corp, Software Information Resource, Sterling Computers Corporation, Technology Plus, TTR Solutions, vPrime Tech Inc, WIN Technology, and Yellow Networks LLC - Products/Services Requested: - 45 Lenovo ThinkCentre M70q Tiny, Gen 5 or higher desktop computers (Intel Core i5-14500T or higher, 16GB RAM, 256GB NVMe SSD, no OS, supports Tiny-in-One monitors) - 55 Lenovo Tiny-in-One 24 Gen 5 monitors (23.8" IPS, 1920x1080, webcam, speakers, part number 12NAGAR1US) - 45 wired USB keyboards and 45 wired USB optical mice (one set per desktop) - 21 Lenovo ThinkPad T14, Gen 6 or higher laptops (Intel Core Ultra 5 335 or higher, 16GB RAM, 256GB NVMe SSD, 14" non-touch, Wi-Fi 6, no OS) - 21 additional OEM power adapters for laptops - 5-year Premier Support Plus warranty bundles for all desktops and laptops, including accidental damage protection and Keep Your Drive (KYD) service - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be new, factory authorized, and not refurbished - Strict adherence to manufacturer-backed 5-year warranty and support standards - High durability and 5-year lifecycle for shared/public environments - Equivalent products may be considered if they meet or exceed all specifications - Delivery required to the Cedar Rapids Public Library by the specified deadline - Firm pricing required for 12 months for potential additional purchases - Delivery/Performance Location: - Cedar Rapids Public Library, 1845 Sandburg Lane SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 - City Hall, 101 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 (government facility)

Description

The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of new computers. The procurement includes 45 desktop units (Lenovo ThinkCentre M70q Tiny, Gen 5 or higher) with monitors and accessories, and 21 laptop units (Lenovo ThinkPad T14, Gen 6 or higher) with additional power adapters. All equipment must be new, meet specified technical requirements, and include a 5-year Premier Support Plus warranty with accidental damage protection. Delivery is required by June 30, 2026, and bids must be submitted electronically via the City's online portal by May 20, 2026.

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