Ryerson University (“Ryerson”) has a requirement to purchase an IBM LinuxONE III mainframe to work with privacy-preserving digital technologies in general and blockchain networks specifically in an environment that offers an unprecedented level of reliability, scalability and security.
The purpose of this Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) is to signal Ryerson’s intention to award a contract for the above-noted goods and/or services to the following pre-selected supplier:
GlassHouse Systems
885 Don Mills Road, Suite 300
Toronto, Ontario M3C 1V9
Canada
Phone: +1 (416) 229-2950
Prior to awarding this contract, Ryerson is providing other potential suppliers with the opportunity to demonstrate that they are capable of satisfying the requirements as per this ACAN, by submitting a Statement of Capabilities during the posting period.
If other potential suppliers submit a Statement of Capabilities that meet Ryerson’s requirements as set out in the ACAN, Ryerson may proceed to a competitive procurement process.
If no other supplier submits a Statement of Capabilities on or before the closing date/time, a contract may be awarded to the above-noted pre-selected supplier.
