The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Information and Technology division (I&T) is undertaking a comprehensive upgrade of the critical network infrastructure on the Lynx Blue Line Extension. This will be done by replacing the existing Moxa EDS-508-A-T network switches–in service since their installation in 2017–with the more advanced and reliable EDS-4008-T network switches. This replacement will significantly improve network stability and performance, ensuring continued operational excellence. In addition to the hardware upgrade, we will also be updating the network monitoring and management software to the latest version of MXView One. This software enhancement includes full licensing coverage for all 33 newly installed switches, enabling more efficient, centralized-control and real-time monitoring of the network. These improvements are designed to support the growing demands of the Lynx Blue Line Extension, enhance system security, and facilitate proactive maintenance, ultimately contributing to a more robust and resilient transit network.
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The City of Charlotte requires miscellaneous technology goods and services from a variety of providers to support ongoing operations. This Request for Proposals (RFP) is on behalf of the Charlotte Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (CCPA).
The vendors will provide the following miscellaneous technology goods and services:
- Conference room equipment (smartboards and projectors)
- Miscellaneous technology items (plotters, tablet computers, ruggedized laptops, video cameras and equipment, power protection, and A/V equipment, etc.)
- Servers and firewalls
- Network hardware and software
- Commercial off-the-shelf and cloud-based software, support, maintenance, licensing, and related services.
Every year CATS completes an annual PC refresh for both laptops and workstations to replace and/or add to the existing network. This year CATS intends to use FTA funds to cover part of the FY22 refresh.
Refresh Desktop, Exec Laptop, Eng Laptop, Standard Laptop, Docking station and monitors:
Dell Precision 3560 Laptop-Qty 37
Dell Latitude 7320 Laptop- 7
Dell Precision 3561 Laptop – 14
Dell Precision 3240 Desktop – 119
Dell P2419H Monitor – 20
Dell WD19TBS Standard Docking station – 58
