ESBD_492394_1771956875312_1372427.pdf

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB-730-UofH-3108) issued by the University of Houston for the acquisition of an HPE Synergy frame to be used for testing firmware and other updates to prevent unexpected service interruptions. The ITB was released on February 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST and will close on March 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM CDT. The sealed bid will remain sealed until the closing date and time. Prospective bidders may submit questions regarding the opportunity through March 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST. The solicitation is for server equipment classified under commodity code 20687 and is visible to the public.

The ITB specifies sealed bid procedures with confidential pricing provisions. No estimated value, payment terms, or alternate items are listed in the solicitation documents. The evaluation will not employ automated scoring, cost analysis, or proxy responses, and no panel questionnaire is required. Award of the contract will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value. Additional details regarding specifications, technical requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms are contained in the full ITB documentation.