Data storage services

Tender description

The V&A is seeking a supplier to provide a new Storage area network ("SAN") solution to support the museum's sites over the next 5 years. The new SAN should take full advantage of developments in SAN technology as well as cheaper storage costs. This contract includes: — the new SAN, — all associated hardware, — related services including consultancy, design and project management; installation and testing, and support for 5 years. The V&A currently has sites in South Kensington, Bethnal Green, Kensington High Street and Salisbury, but it is anticipated that there may be sites added or removed over the contract duration. This procurement shall follow the Open procedure. Please note that the contract duration of five years will start on the go-live date and therefore does not include installation, testing etc. The stated value of 540 000 GBP includes 400 000 in the first year, 70 000 in year 3, and 70 000 in year 4.