Autodesk CIVIL3D AEC subscription

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Autodesk Civil3D AEC Subscription licenses, specifically seeking Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection IC Government licenses for Richland County. The procurement aims to secure software subscriptions with a dynamic licensing structure, scaling from 88 licenses in the first year to 200 licenses in subsequent years. The solicitation requires online bid submission by July 8, 2025, at 2:30 P.M., with vendor questions due by June 10, 2025. The contract is structured for an initial one-year term beginning July 31, 2025, with potential for four additional one-year renewals, creating a possible total contract period of five years. Evaluation criteria will focus on identifying the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with unit prices taking precedence over extended prices. Vendors must submit detailed pricing for annual subscriptions, with each line item measured as "each" and quantities increasing progressively across contract years.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for minority business participation and requires all vendors to be registered with the state. Potential bidders must comply with various state regulations, including tax considerations and certifications regarding conflicts of interest and independent pricing. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement appears open to qualified vendors capable of providing the specified Autodesk software licenses. Though exact budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the increasing license quantities from 88 to 200 suggest a potentially significant investment over the five-year period. The contract award is scheduled to be posted on July 21, 2025, with successful vendors expected to provide comprehensive software licensing solutions for the SCDOT's ongoing architectural, engineering, and construction technology needs.