FDIC NSS Engage IP Tubes Hardware and Software Maintenance

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation seeks quotes for NSS Engage Internet Protocol Tubes hardware and software maintenance, with proposals due July 3, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Central Time and questions due June 29, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Central Time. This is an RFQ with no set-aside.

Place of performance is Arlington, Virginia 22226 (FDIC Distribution Center at 3501 Fairfax Drive). The procurement requires 88 units of Engage Communication IP Tube E2 base model hardware with two 10/100/1000 BaseT LANs, paired with one-year 24/7 technical support and software maintenance services, and one-year extended hardware coverage including repair, replacement, and return of failed units. Amendment 0001, effective July 1, 2026, clarifies that offerors may substitute the newer IP-Tube E2 V2 (7" L × 5.5" W × 1.50" H with USB-C port) for the original E2 (6.125" L × 4.25" W × 1.125" H with USB-A port) provided units are fully compatible and interoperable, but only brand-name products already approved in production are acceptable; equivalent items cannot be substituted.

The performance period is twelve months from award. Evaluation uses Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, with technical acceptability based on meeting minimum requirements: all items with matching part numbers, required documentation per FDIC Provision 7.3.2-09, proof of authorized reseller or OEM status with Engage Communication, EULA submission, and completed Section K representations and certifications. The contract is firm-fixed-price. NAICS code is 423430 (Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers) with a 250-employee size standard. Offerors must submit Pre-Award Supply Chain Risk Management information identifying manufacturer status (OEM, Aftermarket Manufacturer, or Authorized Supplier) and names and addresses of all manufacturers and subcontractors. Contact Tammy Mattox at tmattox@fdic.gov or (972) 560-1788.