Supercomputer Hardware and Software System

Background
The Board of Regents of The University of Oklahoma is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) for a High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster supercomputer hardware and software system.
The supercomputer will support large-scale computing-intensive and data-intensive research and education, aligning with the University's mission to enhance academic and research capabilities.
The University prefers to award the contract to a single Supplier but reserves the right to award to multiple Suppliers if deemed beneficial.

Work Details
The contract includes the provision of a cluster supercomputer, which encompasses both hardware and software systems, as well as maintenance and user support services.
Specific requirements include:
- High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster supercomputer hardware
- Software system compatible with HPC applications
- Ongoing maintenance services for the hardware
- User support services to assist researchers and educators in utilizing the supercomputer effectively.

Period of Performance
The contract performance period is expected to commence upon award and will continue for a duration specified in the final agreement.
An initial proposal submission deadline is set for March 12, 2025.

Place of Performance
The services will be performed at The University of Oklahoma's facilities, located in Norman, Oklahoma.