Specifications include, but are not limited to: Install hypervisor technology on new servers Work with IT staff and Norwich Public Utilities to configure network interconnect with Best Practice advice Provide migration tool and plan for virtual machines from VMware 6.5 to the new hypervisors Migrate virtual machines to new hypervisors Provide a basic template for VM creation (cloning) Implement and test failover clustering before go live Convert all workloads and decommission existing VMWare 6.5 and storage environment Document newly installed Server and Storage network and provide Visio and PDF copies electronically Contractors must be capable of and experienced in performing the following services: In‐house system design capability for server infrastructure, security, storage, accessibility with an emphasis on providing optimal performance and power in an integrated solution. Analysis of existing systems and creating long‐range plans for upgrades, additions, and modifications utilizing a best‐value approach. Ability to make product/systems recommendations based on current technology security needs and looking to the future for possible needs. Testing for all systems and devices. Coordination with IT departments and outside IT vendors to outline IT requirements to support existing or new systems. Knowledge of “back end” IT requirements of systems to ensure the right product is being proposed to work with additional IT infrastructure, or a clear understanding of what upgrades would be needed to support modified or new systems. Ability to provide business hours support with an afterhours options preferred