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The Boston Public Health Commission is soliciting proposals from firms for the provision of a New Datacenter in North Pisalaway, NJ. 08854-4419. The proposals will also include Load Balancers that will be configured to span both Boston and New Jersey locations.The new network will require hardware and turnkey installation services. The RFP will contain list of hardware and turnkey installation services. This RFP establishes the terms, conditions, assurances, and certifications under which the Information Technology Services Department is seeking services under the Boston Public Health Commission. The Boston Public Health Commission is designated as a body politic and corporate and political subdivision of the Commonwealth and are subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and the designation of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is the local public health department for the City of Boston. BPHC's mission is to protect, preserve, and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, particularly the most vulnerable.The Boston Public Health Commission's Contract Terms and Conditions are included as Attachment B to this RFP. By submitting a Proposal, the Proposer represents that it has carefully read and agrees to be bound by the Boston Public Health Commission's Contract Terms and Conditions. Identify during the question submittal and response period, any sections you consider onerous, clarify why you consider these sections onerous, propose alternative language and describe why it is in the Boston Public Health Commission's best interests to adopt the alternative language. Conditioned proposals will be considered nonresponsive and will not be evaluated. A. SCOPE OF SERVICES: The Boston Public Health Commission will select a qualified and certified reseller of Palo Alto, Cisco, F5 and Citrix on a best value basis using a point-method of award, to provide the equipment needed to add new Datacenter site to our existing network. There will be two service quotes and five hardware quotes. The two services quotes will include a turnkey solution that will include all services. Once vendor is chosen the hardware and services quotes will be reviewed and adjusted to allow for best solution and budgetary restraints. The consultant's approach will utilize industry best practice methodologies to ensure a standardized approach. The overall engagement will be managed by the vendor, with a defined scope, schedule, and budget. Project activities will be appropriately managed, and project risks and task progress will be formally communicated. The Boston Public Health Commission will assign a Project Manager to act as a focal point for vendor communications. Services will be provided at the Boston Public Health Commission's direction and discretion and may be provided in collaboration with ITS Department staff or third-party support vendors. Services may be provided onsite or remotely, at the Boston Public Health Commission's discretion.