RFP Virtual Desktop Solution (vdi)

Weber State University is soliciting proposals for a Virtual Desktop Solution (VDI) to deliver applications and desktops to faculty, staff, and students. The system should be able to deliver custom desktops and individual applications, both on and off campus, and support a wide range of applications, including statistical/data analytics, mathematics, engineering, geospatial, CAD, and productivity suites. The university prefers an on-premise solution but is open to reviewing cloud-based solutions. The contract will be for three years, with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year periods. Key features required include: • System Administration & Lifecycle Management: configure application/desktop access via Active Directory and Entra ID user groups, deliver individual Windows applications, deliver Windows desktops, scalable for future expansion, centralized image management, support tools for IT staff, and monitoring and reporting of key insights. • User Access & Client Experience: compatible with major operating systems, common web browsers, secure gateway, and WCAG 2.1 AA compliant. • Performance, Peripherals & Resource Optimization: redirection and support for common peripherals, efficient data transmission rates, and support for low-bandwidth or high-latency connections. • Security, Identity & Compliance: compatible with on-site Active Directory and Entra ID, DUO dual authentication system, HECVAT or SOC2 compliance, and WCAG 2.1 compliance. • Infrastructure, Architecture & Implementation: compatible with VMWare, integrate with concurrent-user licensing models, high availability and load balancing, and documentation and training for system configuration and administration.