GPU-Based AI Research Computer System
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RFP posted: June 23rd, 2026
Deadline for questions: July 13th, 2026
Proposals due: July 20th, 2026
Initial evaluation and shortlisting: July 2026
Final selection and award: August 2026
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Issuing Agency
University Of Waterloo
DESCRIPTION
The government authority in Waterloo, Ontario is seeking a vendor to supply a single computer system designed for GPU-based AI research. The required system must support high-performance computing needs specific to artificial intelligence workloads.
All servers within the system must include independent administrator gigabit (or better) network interfaces to allow for operating system login access via SSH. In addition, the system must provide 100Gbit Ethernet (or higher) networking capability for high-speed, shared data access. Remote management functionality is required, with network interfaces provided for remote system administration, preferably utilizing shared interfaces.
Any proprietary software included with the solution must come with perpetual licenses. Vendors are required to submit any questions regarding this procurement no later than July 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- This RFP closed on July 20, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
- What is the budget for this RFP?
- The published budget is $240,000.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by University Of Waterloo. The work is located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Provider of high-performance GPU computing hardware
- Experience with academic or government AI research deployments
- Ability to offer remote management capabilities and advanced networking
- Authorized reseller for relevant proprietary software with perpetual licensing
- Presence or distribution capacity in Ontario or Canada
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