University of Iowa Joint-Regent Commodity Data Storage RFP 18585 Addendum 1 - 2026
University Of IowaHigher Ed · Iowa City, IA- Due
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Chandra Wojno
- (319) 335-0378
The 30-second brief
The University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and The University of Northern Iowa request proposals to establish three-year purchasing contracts for enterprise data storage, servers, and related equipment and services. The scope encompasses commodity ZFS storage nodes, distributed filesystem storage nodes supporting Ceph, BeeGFS, and Lustre, and distributed filesystem management nodes. Estimated purchases include commodity server-based data storage systems, rackmount commodity storage servers, and 4U JBOD storage enclosures with 20TB HDDs. Bids must be submitted via the eBid system by July 22, 2026. The evaluation criteria include response to specifications, technical maintainability, usability, financial stability, references, new functionalities, pricing schedule, and supplier experience.
Rackmount commodity storage server, Data storage enclosure, 20TB enterprise class HDD, 3.2TB Data center NVMe SSD, 480GB Data center SSD
Response to specifications, Demonstrated expertise and service record, system technical maintainability and usability, financial responsibility/stability of the Supplier, References, New functionalities, Pricing schedule, Supplier experience, commitment and demonstrated understanding
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Summary
The University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and The University of Northern Iowa request proposals to establish three-year purchasing contracts for enterprise data storage, servers, and related equipment and services.
The scope encompasses commodity ZFS storage nodes, distributed filesystem storage nodes supporting Ceph, BeeGFS, and Lustre, and distributed filesystem management nodes. Estimated purchases include commodity server-based data storage systems, rackmount commodity storage servers, and 4U JBOD storage enclosures with 20TB HDDs. Bids must be submitted via the eBid system by July 22, 2026. The evaluation criteria include response to specifications, technical maintainability, usability, financial stability, references, new functionalities, pricing schedule, and supplier experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Response to specifications
- Demonstrated expertise and service record
- System technical maintainability and usability
- Financial responsibility/stability of the Supplier
- References
- New functionalities
- Pricing schedule
- Supplier experience
- Commitment and demonstrated understanding
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Rackmount commodity storage server
- Data storage enclosure
- 20TB enterprise class HDD
- 3.2TB Data center NVMe SSD
- 480GB Data center SSD
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing Exercise #1 Itemized quote, Pricing Exercise #2 Itemized Quote
- Submit to
- https://uiebid.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=7801&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Iowa City, IA
- Reported agency
- University of Iowa
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from University Of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 22, 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: https://uiebid.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=7801&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Chandra Wojno.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including University Of Iowa in IA, 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 Chandra Wojno at (319) 335-0378. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rackmount commodity storage server, Data storage enclosure, 20TB enterprise class HDD, 3.2TB Data center NVMe SSD, 480GB Data center SSD. 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: "Response to specifications, Demonstrated expertise and service record, system technical maintainability and usability, financial responsibility/stability of the Supplier, References, New functionaliti..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from University Of Iowa?
All active and historical solicitations from University Of Iowa are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, University Of Iowa 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: Pricing Exercise #1 Itemized quote, Pricing Exercise #2 Itemized Quote. Review the full document from University Of Iowa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Iowa City, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
