NetApp CVO

The City of Pembroke Pines is seeking bids from qualified firms, hereinafter referred to as the Contractor, to provide the requested NetApp CVO (Cloud Volumes ONTAP) licensing for the City of Pembroke Pines , in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications contained in this solicitation.

NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP is a software-only storage appliance that runs ONTAP data management software in the cloud. It provides enterprise-grade storage with features such as storage efficiencies, data protection, data tiering, application consistency, and data security. Deploy self-managed cloud storage, powered by NetApp ONTAP software, for applications, databases, containers, and user files with NFS, SMB/CIFS, iSCSI, and S3 client protocol compatibility.

The City will use NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP to replicate on-premise NetApp storage into the cloud. This provides a secure and reliable backup, expands our storage capacity, and ensures continuity of operations. The system uses the same proven platform we already rely on, offering enterprise-grade protection, efficiency, and compatibility with our existing applications.

Pembroke Pines, Florida, ranked as the eleventh largest city among the state's four hundred plus municipalities and the second largest in Broward County, maintains a welcoming small-town ambiance that resonates with its residents. Located conveniently in southwest Broward County, the city provides seamless access to major highways, employment centers, entertainment venues, parks, golf courses, and a diverse array of dining and shopping options.

With a population of approximately 170,000 residents spread across 32.68 square miles, Pembroke Pines is renowned as one of the best cities to live in America. The city boasts 28 superior parks, lush landscaping, and a distinctive South Florida charm that contributes to its natural beauty. Notably recognized as 2024's Best Place to Raise a Family in Florida, and 2024's Best City of Hispanic Entrepreneurs by WalletHub, Pembroke Pines also earned a place as the on Money Magazine's esteemed Best Places to Live list in 2014, as the sole Florida representative, ranking in at #32 in the nation.

Incorporated in 1960, Pembroke Pines is celebrated as a safe and desirable community, having received accolades such as the All-America City designation. The city's commitment to arts and culture, exceptional schools, diverse population, numerous parks, and forward-thinking approach in an ever-evolving world make it a standout destination.

Pembroke Pines is also the home to the largest municipal-run charter school system in the nation, serving over 6,000 students across five separate campuses. The City’s award-winning charter school system is located in the Broward County School District, which is the sixth largest school district in the nation.