City of Lewiston - Server Storage Project - RFP LA2026-003, 2026
City of LewistonCity · Lewiston, ME- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Allen Ward
- (207) 513-3040
The 30-second brief
The City of Lewiston is soliciting sealed bids on behalf of the Lewiston Auburn 9-1-1 Center for the Server Storage Network Project under RFP No. LA2026-003. The project scope includes the provision of three VM host servers, three network switches, one firewall appliance (SonicWall TZ380W or equivalent), a Storage Area Network (SAN) solution with a minimum of 320 TB usable capacity, server rack with dual smart network PDUs, and Microsoft Data Center and System Center software licenses with Software Assurance. Bids are due by March 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Equipment must be delivered F.O.B. LA911 at 552 Minot Avenue, Auburn, ME 04210.
Three (3) VM host servers, Three (3) network switches, One (1) firewall appliance, One (1) Storage Area Network (SAN) solution, Virtualization and management software licenses, Server Rack enclosed 4 post with dual smart network PDU
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Summary
The City of Lewiston is soliciting sealed bids on behalf of the Lewiston Auburn 9-1-1 Center for the Server Storage Network Project under RFP No.
LA2026-003. The project scope includes the provision of three VM host servers, three network switches, one firewall appliance (SonicWall TZ380W or equivalent), a Storage Area Network (SAN) solution with a minimum of 320 TB usable capacity, server rack with dual smart network PDUs, and Microsoft Data Center and System Center software licenses with Software Assurance. Bids are due by March 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Equipment must be delivered F.O.B. LA911 at 552 Minot Avenue, Auburn, ME 04210.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Three (3) VM host servers
- Three (3) network switches
- One (1) firewall appliance
- One (1) Storage Area Network (SAN) solution
- Virtualization and management software licenses
- Server Rack enclosed 4 post with dual smart network PDU
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Form
- Submit to
- Deputy Director of Budget & Purchasing, City Hall, 27 Pine St. Lewiston, ME 04240
- Scope location
- Lewiston, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Lewiston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Deputy Director of Budget & Purchasing, City Hall, 27 Pine St. Lewiston, ME 04240. For questions, contact Allen Ward.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Lewiston in ME, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Allen Ward at (207) 513-3040. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Three (3) VM host servers, Three (3) network switches, One (1) firewall appliance, One (1) Storage Area Network (SAN) solution, Virtualization and management software licenses, Server Rack enclosed 4 post with dual smart network PDU. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lewiston?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Form. Review the full document from City of Lewiston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lewiston, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.