Description
The NICE Community School District is seeking quotations for a single Dell PowerEdge R570 enterprise server (or equivalent from HPE, Lenovo, etc.) to be delivered in July 2027 for a summer technology upgrade. The vendor must provide a new, fully configured server meeting detailed hardware specifications, include warranty and support options, and ship all items (including rack rails and power cords) to the district’s Ishpeming, MI address. The contract is for product supply only; installation is not required unless the vendor explicitly offers it. Evaluation will focus on total cost, product availability, delivery schedule, compatibility, warranty coverage, and vendor responsiveness. The quotation must be submitted electronically by September 30 2026, and the selected vendor will be announced at a board meeting with delivery expected between July 1‑16 2027.
• One (1) PowerEdge R570 server with specified CPU, memory, storage, RAID, networking, and power configurations
• Mandatory delivery window: July 1‑16 2027 to 300 Westwood Drive, Ishpeming, MI
• Quote must include all freight, tax‑exempt documentation, and warranty details (36‑month ProSupport)
• Submission deadline: September 30 2026 (electronic email to Melissa Maki)
• Evaluation criteria: cost, availability, delivery schedule, compatibility, warranty, vendor experience