The existing hardware no longer meets future technical requirements, after which the outdated devices are replaced with new Gigabit/s and IEE 802.3at PoE+ capable network switches, as well as Gigabit/s SFP switches with 10 Gbit/s SFP+ devices.
The hardware will be replaced at three different locations. In addition, Cat 6A patch cables in various lengths, as well as SFP transceivers are requested and integrated.
Today's strategy in connection with today's heterogeneous manufacturer environment will be adapted in the future. In the future, in order to simplify the administrative effort and the technically required "know-how", a monogenic manufacturer environment will be used. For this purpose, devices of the manufacturer "HPE Aruba" were defined. These are already part of the current network infrastructure, for which the staff already has well-founded "know-how".
Description of the actual state
The existing network access layer topology consists of a vendor heterogeneous environment of network cables from Enterasys, HP, HPE Aruba, Cisco, Allied Telesis, Netgear, 3Com and Level One. The various network switches are capable of both Fast Ethernet and Gigabit. The latest brands are network switches from the manufacturer Aruba Networks. A large part of the infrastructure is technically outdated at today's point of view and does not receive any further firmware updates or general support from the manufacturer due to the age of the devices. The network is divided into different sub-segments using IEEE 802.1Q VLAN and routed via the existing firewall infrastructure.
The network switches are both Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet devices. Not all network switches are currently IEEE 802.3at PoE+ capable. Where possible, end devices such as IP telephones are now operated using IEEE 802.3at PoE+.
General object of procurement
The existing hardware no longer meets future technical requirements, after which the outdated devices are replaced with new Gigabit/s and IEE 802.3at PoE+ capable network switches, as well as Gigabit/s SFP switches with 10 Gbit/s SFP+ devices. The hardware will be replaced at three different locations. In addition, Cat 6A patch cables in various lengths, as well as SFP transceivers are requested and integrated. Today's strategy in connection with today's heterogeneous manufacturer environment will be adapted in the future. In the future, in order to simplify the administrative effort and the technically required "know-how", a monogenic manufacturer environment will be used. For this purpose, devices of the manufacturer "HPE Aruba" were defined. These are already part of the current network infrastructure, for which the staff already has well-founded "know-how".
Due to the increasing number of "HPE Aruba" network devices, a central management system with "HPE Intelligent Management Center" is required to improve the administration of these devices. The software is to receive a three-year extended support service from the manufacturer. In addition, the existing "HPE Aruba" network devices are to be connected to the system.
For the integration of the systems and configuration according to customer specifications, additional one-time services are commissioned. These should be calculated according to actual effort.
In order to be able to guarantee the future operation of the hardware, a "managed service" is also to be offered by the contractor. This includes monitoring as well as updates and troubleshooting of the systems. Billing is to be made by means of a monthly lump sum and include an additional hourly quota of two person-days. The term of the managed service contract should be 36 months.