Small Business Procurement Initiative_2018 Attachment.pdf

This document appears to be an attachment related to a Small Business Procurement Initiative from 2018. It outlines a contract opportunity involving multiple state and local government agencies and consortiums.

The attachment describes a request for proposals (RFP) for various products and services, including IT hardware and software, telecommunications, office supplies, and other commodities. The project overview indicates that the contract will be awarded to multiple vendors, with an initial term of 3 years and potential renewal options. The RFP response deadline is November 30, 2018, and a mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 15, 2018. Contract awards are expected to be announced by January 15, 2019.

The pricing terms indicate that the contract will utilize a fixed-price structure, with negotiated discounts off manufacturer's list prices. The RFP includes 30% small business set-aside goals, and the current incumbent vendors are listed. Funding for the contract will come from state and local government budgets, with specific allocation amounts not provided. The attachment also outlines various legal requirements and administrative details related to the procurement process.