Statewide Internet Portal Authority (SIPA)

Internet access is achieved along with major universities in Colorado and Wyoming and 

National Science Foundation facilities in the Boulder area. 

Physical Facilities and Planned Upgrades 

The Data Center has 9,075 square feet of raised floor space containing the Computer 

Room, server farm, office space, and print and distribution areas.   

Power from Xcel Energy is obtained through one power grid which the Data Center 

manages with 5 Power Distribution Units (PDU) and 1 extension unit.  Failover power is 

available through a standby generator located adjacent to the facility.  This generator is 

currently at 70% of capacity, allowing room for expansion.   

The Data Center is supported by an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system, running 

at 60% of capacity, to ensure continuous availability.   

The raised floor environment is controlled with 8 high capacity air conditioning units and 

3 humidifiers.   

In the fall of 2003 the Data Center's fire suppression system was replaced to 

accommodate the ozone friendly FM 200 extinguishing agent. 

Planning is underway for a redundant power supply connected to a separate Xcel grid 

through new switching equipment and alternate service.  In addition, a second, totally 

redundant Internet connection is planned. 

Request for Proposal 10/29/2004 

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