2601 Brocade 300 Switches Maintenance 24-25

The Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk's Office is seeking bids to establish a purchase order for comprehensive maintenance services on two Brocade 300 switches, with the goal of ensuring ongoing operational support. The maintenance contract covers the period from October 5, 2024, to October 4, 2025, and includes 24/7 support with a four-hour onsite response time, along with round-the-clock telephone assistance. All replacement parts provided under the contract must be compatible with Brocade 300 switches, and the bid must include all shipping and handling costs within the total price. The contract aims to secure reliable hardware support, ensuring minimal downtime for critical network infrastructure used by the Clerk's Office at 375 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio. The solicitation, identified as RFQ028577, was posted on August 26, 2024, with a response deadline of September 2, 2024. It is targeted at vendors within the State and Local Government and Education (SLED) sector, with a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $100,000. Interested vendors are encouraged to contact A. Hopkins, the primary point of contact, via email for further information. The procurement process emphasizes competitive bidding to ensure the County receives quality maintenance services for its essential network hardware, supporting the Court’s operational needs throughout the contract period.