Oklahoma State University (OSU), through the Oklahoma A&M System Purchasing Department, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered OSUA&M-RFQ-001231-2022 for Cisco Network Equipment to be delivered to the Stillwater campus. The procurement seeks network equipment with specific requirements that vendors must be Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Authorized Channel Partners possessing the necessary certification and specialization levels to support product sales and pricing. The RFQ was released on March 29, 2022, with a bid opening date of March 29, 2022, at 3:00 PM CDT and a closing date of April 12, 2022, at 3:00 PM CDT. Vendors must submit firm pricing that includes all packaging, handling, shipping, and delivery costs, with the award to be determined using a Lowest and Best evaluation method. Potential bidders are required to complete and upload a Non-collusion Certificate and a Certificate of Compliance, and all inquiries must be directed to Tara Alexander at tara.d.thomas@okstate.edu or 405-744-5984, with a strict warning that contacting end users or departments during the bid process may result in disqualification.
The RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Payment terms are established at 0% 30, Net 30, with transactions conducted in US Dollars, and the equipment will be delivered FOB Destination to the OSU Stillwater location. While the specific budget range or award value is not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement is focused on network equipment procurement. The solicitation covers Ottawa County and specifically involves the Tamaha Town jurisdiction, though the primary delivery point is the OSU Stillwater campus. No information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requiring integration was provided in the available documents. Vendors interested in responding must ensure they meet the OEM Authorized Channel Partner requirements and possess the appropriate certifications for Cisco network equipment sales and support.
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