6-20251030110708 JSU

Jackson State University (JSU) is seeking sealed bids for high-performance computing equipment through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by its Office of Purchasing and Travel. The procurement specifically targets two distinct computing systems: four units of a W799 Dual 5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors Workstation PC and two units of a Dual 5th Gen Intel Xeon CPU Max Series Processors with Quad GPUs Super Server system. Each system includes detailed technical requirements covering processors, memory configurations, storage options, and graphics capabilities, with comprehensive warranty coverage of Lifetime Labor & Technical Support and 2 Years Parts Replacement. The bid solicitation (Bid File No. 25-22, RFX # 3150006576) was first published on October 30, 2025, with a subsequent publication on November 6, 2025. Key deadlines include November 5, 2025, for written inquiries, with responses to be posted by November 12, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of November 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. CST/CDT. Bids can be submitted physically at the H.P. Jacobs Administration Tower or electronically through the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration contract bid search portal.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and comply with Mississippi state purchasing rules and regulations. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Bidders must submit pricing on a per-unit basis, with prices quoted as net and firm for the contract term, and JSU reserves the right to benefit from any price decreases exceeding five percent. The anticipated Intent to Award date is December 1, 2025, with potential submission to MAGIC for approval on December 9, 2025, particularly if the total cost exceeds $500,000 and requires Institutions of Higher Learning approval. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement involves sophisticated computing equipment with a lead time of 3 to 4 weeks for shipment, including professional assembly, operating system and driver installation, and 72 hours of component burning tests. Delivery will be made during normal JSU working hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST/CDT), with potential for alternative delivery times upon prior approval. All questions should be directed to Kimberly R. Harris at kimberly.r.harris@jsums.edu or 601-979-0978.