BCNET reduced network storage equipment costs for members by 55% or an estimated $974,000
BCNET has reduced network storage equipment costs for members by as much as 55%, or an estimated $974,000, by negotiating a Master Service Agreement (MSA) with NetApp, a commercial vendor that offers innovative data storage solutions.Procurement Services Fees
NetApp creates innovative products---storage systems and software that help customers around the world store, manage, protect, and retain one of their most precious corporate assets: their data.
Member Participation
BCNET core and higher education members can participate in the NetApp agreement and take advantage of the competitive, pre-negotiated pricing by signing a participation agreement with NetApp.
Benefits
- reduce data backup equipment costs
- streamline storage technology for higher education
- provide the flexibility for members to purchase equipment as required
- simplify the buying process
Procurement Services Fees
$100 / year to participate in procurements.
$2000 /year for unlimited number of contracts.*
*FY1314
Netapp Agreement
All departments from BCNET's core and higher education member institutions can purchase equipment from the pre-negotiated price list.
For more information, please contact info@bc.net or call 604-822-1348.
