A15/3462/DOS02/13 – Invitation for Expression Of Interest (EOI) for Digital Data Storage

Defence Forces Ireland

The Defence Forces requires the provision, support and maintenance of primary a Storage Area Network solution, with a framework for additional SANs. The Defence Forces now wish to invite tenders for a storage solution which will include backup and disaster recovery elements.
The Irish Defence Forces currently has HP P4500 SAN. The Defence Forces requires a solution that will cover the Defence Forces Network which is a closed network with no external access.
A contract with the successful bidder will be put in place for 1 calendar year with the option to renew each year for up to 3 further years following an annual review. (1 + 1 + 1 + 1; total 4 Calendar years). It should be comprehensive enough to cover all future upgrades and product enhancements.

Deadline
The time limit for receipt of tenders was 2013-08-24. The procurement was published on 2013-07-19.

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Procurement history
Date Document
2013-07-19 Contract notice