9230-26-R-RFIN-00008

Jackson State University is seeking to procure computational research cluster nodes through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-22, specifically targeting two high-end nodes and four intermediate-level nodes for their advanced computing infrastructure. The procurement involves two distinct node configurations: four units of a Dual 5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors Workstation PC with 1024GB DDR5 ECC memory, dual NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics cards, and Windows 11 Pro, and two units of a Dual 5th Gen Intel Xeon CPU Max Series Super Server with quad GPU capability, featuring 1024GB DDR5 ECC memory, dual NVIDIA A800 Tensor Core GPUs, and Linux Ubuntu Desktop Edition. Bids are due by November 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. CST, with submissions accepted electronically via the Mississippi DFA contract bid search portal using RFX #3150006576 or through sealed envelopes. The bid opening and award determination will occur on the same date, with an anticipated intent to award on December 1, 2025, and final submission for approval by December 9, 2025. All bids must be FOB Destination, include professional assembly, 72-hour component burn-in testing, lifetime labor and technical support, and two years of parts replacement warranty.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Vendors must comply with Mississippi purchasing regulations and Executive Order 11246 equal employment opportunity provisions. The contract is non-assignable without Jackson State University's written consent and can be terminated by either party with thirty days' written notice. Funding availability is contingent upon Mississippi State Legislature appropriation and receipt of state and/or federal funds, with the university retaining the right to terminate without penalty if funds become insufficient. While no specific budget range is provided, pricing must be quoted on a per-unit basis, net of taxes, with the university exempt from federal excise taxes and state sales or use taxes. Bids are expected to be firm for the contract term, though Jackson State University reserves the right to benefit from any price decrease exceeding five percent. Delivery must be completed within the timeframe specified by the bidder or within fourteen calendar days of purchase order receipt, during normal working hours.