Audio Visual Equipment & Supplies

The state of Arkansas, through the Office of State Procurement (OSP), has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Qualified Vendors List (QVL) for Audio Visual (AV) Equipment and Supplies. The QVL will be used by state agencies and political subdivisions, including Pulaski County, to expedite the procurement of AV equipment, supplies, delivery, installation, and related services as needed. The initial QVL term is one year, with the State able to renew for up to six additional one-year terms. Prospective contractors must have at least one authorized distributor or reseller located in Arkansas, be licensed and registered to do business in the state, and meet other qualification requirements outlined in the RFQ. Pricing will be negotiated per project, and the State estimates an annual spend of approximately $2 million across various state agencies for AV equipment and supplies, though spend data for political subdivisions is not available.

The RFQ is open-ended, allowing prospective contractors to submit responses for inclusion on the QVL either initially or during any renewal period, which is anticipated to be May through June each year. The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, the RFQ does not provide information on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQ also does not include details on possible award values or budget ranges.