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This document is a Statewide Term Contract administered by the State of Texas through the Texas SmartBuy program, specifically Contract No. DIR-TSO-3182. The contract is established between the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) and Dell Marketing L.P., effective from September 1, 2015, through August 31, 2018, with potential renewal options extending through August 31, 2023. The contract is available to all Texas state agencies, local governments, and other eligible entities including school districts, higher education institutions, and cooperative purchasing participants.

The contract covers comprehensive technology solutions including desktop computers, laptop computers, tablet computers, servers, storage devices, networking equipment, software, and related accessories and services. Pricing is established through a catalog-based system with specific discount percentages applied to Dell's current list prices, with additional discounts available for volume purchases. The contract includes provisions for cloud services, professional services, and support services, with pricing updated quarterly. No minimum purchase requirements are specified, and the contract includes small business participation goals. Payment terms allow for various methods including purchasing cards, and the contract provides for optional extended warranties and maintenance services.