DOC IT Supplies & Accessories (Solid Bulk Cables, HDMI Cables, CAT6 Modular Connectors, Desktop Memory, etc. ) SBE and CBE vendors only

The District of Columbia Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking IT supplies and accessories through a targeted procurement opportunity focused on specific technological components. The solicitation covers a range of network and computing hardware including solid bulk cables, HDMI cables, CAT6 modular connectors, and desktop memory. This procurement appears to be a targeted acquisition of essential information technology infrastructure and connectivity components for the agency's ongoing operational needs. The contract opportunity was posted on March 1, 2019, with an immediate closing date of the same day, suggesting an expedited procurement process. While specific technical specifications are not fully detailed, the procurement seems designed to refresh or supplement the department's existing IT infrastructure with critical networking and computing hardware components.

The procurement is exclusively restricted to Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and Certified Business Enterprises (CBE) within the District of Columbia, creating a highly localized competitive environment for potential vendors. This set-aside designation aims to support local business development and provide opportunities for smaller, DC-based technology suppliers. The restrictive vendor qualification criteria significantly narrows the pool of eligible bidders to those meeting specific local business certification requirements. While precise budget allocations are not explicitly stated, such targeted IT hardware procurements typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 depending on the agency's specific technological refresh requirements. The exclusive focus on local, certified businesses indicates a strategic procurement approach designed to support the District's economic development goals while meeting the Department of Corrections' technological infrastructure needs.