Enterprise Storage Solution FY26

The University of Houston is seeking an enterprise storage solution under solicitation RFP-730-UofH-3123, with a contract term of five years including renewal options, to replace an existing legacy storage array. The procurement is classified as Goods and Services Under $1M and is funded entirely by state resources through expense account code 58230 and cost center 1008 H0199 F0118 NA, with no federal funds involved. The solution must deliver fiber channel block I/O to multiple hosts, with detailed technical specifications outlined in the supplemental document UIT26008 – Re. All responses must be submitted exclusively through the JAGGAER Sourcing Event Portal, requiring vendors to create an online account prior to submission; submissions via the Electronic State Business Daily portal or any other method will not be accepted. The solicitation was posted on June 8, 2026, with a firm deadline of June 29, 2026, for responses. The performance location is in Texas, and the business unit handling the acquisition is UH-730 under the Administration & Finance division. No payment terms, invoicing methods, delivery schedules, FOB terms, or specific inspection and acceptance criteria are provided in the available documentation. The point of contact for inquiries is Curtis Lewis, reachable at 713-743-7070 or cjlewis7@Central.UH.EDU.