BACKGROUND

The current FY2015 budget ending 12/31/15 provides for the replacement of Village computer servers. The Village computer server replacement program is designed to meet existing and new technology demands. Computer servers are refreshed on a five year cycle to provide a balance between cost and reliability. Three of the existing computer servers located at the Village Hall were manufactured in 2009 and are no longer covered under a manufacturer’s warranty.  These computer servers host virtual applications that are utilized on a daily basis by local and remote users. 

Bids for the following item were duly advertised and publicly opened on the date indicated:

TABULATION OF BIDS      

Vendor                                                Total Price

GHA Technologies                              $37,260.78

Bartlett, IL

Dell Marketing LP                               $37,389.15

Livingston, NJ

SHI International                                $39,348.00

Somerset, NJ

Better Direct LLC                                $40,098.30

Tempe, AZ

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the Village Board authorize the purchase of three Dell R630 servers for a cost of $37,260.78 from GHA Technologies, Bartlett, IL. GHA Technologies has meet specifications and has been a responsible vendor to the Village in the past.