Orlando Venues and Procurement and Contracts Division are requesting to utilize GSA Contract # GS-35F-0143R with Carahsoft for the purchase of Nutanix Webscale Platform server equipment and support from Corus Group LLC as the authorized distributor in the estimated amount of $142,592.05. 

This purchase of server equipment, accessories and support is required to support the Amway Center's Information Technology key systems.  The current equipment is more than seven (7) years old, is at the end of life and out of warranty.  The pricing includes five years of Production 24/7 System support, licenses and basic installation.

The City does not utilize other agencies’ contracts when there are opportunities for City-certified M/WBE firms to participate.  The M/WBE office has reviewed the subject procurement and has determined that there were no City-certified M/WBE firms that are able to provide the subject goods or services.

Authorize the Chief Procurement Officer to utilize GSA Contract # GS-35F-0143R with Carahsoft for the purchase of Nutanix Webscale Platform server equipment from Corus Group LLC, as indicated above, and all subsequent renewals, in the estimated  amount of $142,592.05 for five (5) years, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney’s Office.