County of Somerset

Buyer seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive IT Disaster Recovery data center needs assessment. The consultant will evaluate existing infrastructure, define recovery requirements, recommend DR site options, and develop a detailed budget framework. The goal is to ensure business continuity and data integrity during system failures, natural disasters, or cyberattacks. Deliverables include a comprehensive needs assessment report with budget estimates and implementation recommendations.

• 4/25/2025 - Release of RFP
• 5/5/2025 - Questions and Clarifications Due
• 5/15/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 5/31/2025 - Evaluation Completed
• 5/31/2025 - Governing Body Action
• 6/30/2025 - Contract Execution and Project Initiation

• Experienced IT consultant with disaster recovery expertise
• Experience conducting IT needs assessments
• Ability to analyze data center requirements
• Professional liability/malpractice insurance required

• Evaluate existing IT infrastructure including admin and 911 datacenters, hardware, VOIP system
• Define Recovery Time Objectives and Recovery Point Objectives for business needs
• Assess location options for disaster recovery site
• Develop detailed budget for implementing and maintaining the DR solution
• Analyze current data management systems to identify critical assets
• Recommend disaster recovery site options
• Create comprehensive Disaster Recovery Needs Assessment Report
• Conduct weekly onsite meetings during the assessment phase
• Develop Executive Summary of findings and recommendations within 3 months
• Produce detailed financial analysis for DR implementation