99SWC-S3266-Cost-Schedule 2025-04-08.xlsx

This is a cost schedule Excel file for a state or local contract opportunity (reference number 99SWC-S3266) soliciting pricing for AIX/Mainframe hardware, software, and services. The document is a comprehensive cost proposal template requiring vendors to provide percentage discounts off government list prices and hourly rates for various professional services categories. Vendors are instructed to fill out only blue-colored sections with their most competitive pricing, with a total of 20 cost points available for evaluation (10 points for hardware/software sales and 10 points for professional services).

The pricing methodology involves comparing vendor submissions using average calculations, with points awarded based on the highest discounts and lowest rates. The cost schedule covers multiple product and service categories including new IBM hardware, software (including zEnterprise MLC and zIPLA), and professional services such as systems engineering, storage architecture, consulting, and specialized expert roles. The document specifies that all-inclusive hourly rates must be provided, with no additional travel cost charges permitted. Additional optional services include tape storage grid upgrades, secure data overwrite, disk and data migration, and hardware decommissioning, though these will not be evaluated for cost points.