Kent State University - High-Performance AI/GPU Compute Server for Research - RFQ no. 2049
Kent State University At KentHigher Ed · Kent, OH- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Alan D. Parker
- (330) 672-2276
The 30-second brief
Kent State University Department of Computer Science seeks to purchase a High-Performance AI/GPU Compute Server for Research. The equipment specifications include a 4U rackmount server chassis, dual AMD EPYC Genoa 9224 processors, 1.5 TB Total DDR5 Memory, 6x NVIDIA H200 Hopper NVL GPUs with 141GB HBM3e, PCIe 5.0, 600W TDP, and a 5-Year NVIDIA AI Enterprise license. Additional components include a 1.92TB NVMe SSD for OS storage, 61.44TB NVMe SSD for data storage, dual-port 10GBase-T NIC, redundant 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies, pre-installed Rocky Linux 9, and a 3-year care parts and labor warranty. Proposals are due electronically via DynamicForms by Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern. Evaluation criteria include technical compliance (40%), pricing and value (35%), delivery lead time (15%), and warranty and vendor reliability (10%).
High-Performance AI/GPU Compute Server for Research, 4U Rackmount Server, Rear fan cage module, 6x NVIDIA H200 Hopper NVL, 5-Year NVIDIA AI Enterprise license, 1x 4-way Passive NVLink Bridge Board, 1x 2-way Passive NVLink Bridge, 2x AMD EPYC Genoa 9224 (24-Core), 1.5 TB Total DDR5 Memory, 1x 1.92TB U.2/U.3 Enterprise NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD, 1x 61.44TB U.2 Enterprise NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD, Dual-Port 10GBase-T OCP 3.0 NIC, Dual GbE VIA I350, 3+1 Redundant 80 PLUS Platinum Power Supplies (2700W), Rocky Linux 9, 3-Year Care Parts & Labor
Technical Compliance (40%), Pricing and Value (35%), Delivery Lead Time (15%), Warranty & Vendor Reliability (10%)
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Summary
Kent State University Department of Computer Science seeks to purchase a High-Performance AI/GPU Compute Server for Research.
The equipment specifications include a 4U rackmount server chassis, dual AMD EPYC Genoa 9224 processors, 1.5 TB Total DDR5 Memory, 6x NVIDIA H200 Hopper NVL GPUs with 141GB HBM3e, PCIe 5.0, 600W TDP, and a 5-Year NVIDIA AI Enterprise license. Additional components include a 1.92TB NVMe SSD for OS storage, 61.44TB NVMe SSD for data storage, dual-port 10GBase-T NIC, redundant 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies, pre-installed Rocky Linux 9, and a 3-year care parts and labor warranty. Proposals are due electronically via DynamicForms by Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern. Evaluation criteria include technical compliance (40%), pricing and value (35%), delivery lead time (15%), and warranty and vendor reliability (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- High-Performance AI/GPU Compute Server for Research
- 4U Rackmount Server
- Rear fan cage module
- 6x NVIDIA H200 Hopper NVL
- 5-Year NVIDIA AI Enterprise license
- 1x 4-way Passive NVLink Bridge Board
- 1x 2-way Passive NVLink Bridge
- 2x AMD EPYC Genoa 9224 (24-Core)
- 1.5 TB Total DDR5 Memory
- 1x 1.92TB U.2/U.3 Enterprise NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD
- 1x 61.44TB U.2 Enterprise NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD
- Dual-Port 10GBase-T OCP 3.0 NIC
- Dual GbE VIA I350
- 3+1 Redundant 80 PLUS Platinum Power Supplies (2700W)
- Rocky Linux 9
- 3-Year Care Parts & Labor
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Forms 1 through 9
- Vendor Response Form
- Higher Education Cloud Vendor Assessment Tool Lite
- W-9 or W-8
- VPAT
- Submit to
- DynamicForms
- Scope location
- Kent, Ohio
- Reported agency
- Kent State University
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kent State University At Kent?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 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: DynamicForms. For questions, contact Alan D. Parker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kent State University At Kent in OH, 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 Alan D. Parker at (330) 672-2276. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: High-Performance AI/GPU Compute Server for Research, 4U Rackmount Server, Rear fan cage module, 6x NVIDIA H200 Hopper NVL, 5-Year NVIDIA AI Enterprise license, 1x 4-way Passive NVLink Bridge Board, 1x 2-way Passive NVLink Bridge, 2x AMD EPYC Genoa 9224 (24-Core), 1.5 TB Total DDR5 Memory, 1x 1.92TB. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Technical Compliance (40%), Pricing and Value (35%), Delivery Lead Time (15%), Warranty & Vendor Reliability (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kent State University At Kent?
All active and historical solicitations from Kent State University At Kent are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Kent State University At Kent regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Forms 1 through 9, Vendor Response Form, Higher Education Cloud Vendor Assessment Tool Lite, W-9 or W-8, VPAT. Review the full document from Kent State University At Kent for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kent, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.