IBM DS8950F DASD Hardware Support **SBR Master Contractor Only**

The Comptroller of Maryland, Office of Administration and Finance, is soliciting proposals for IBM DS8950F DASD extended warranty support services under a Small Business Reserve procurement, with proposals due October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. This solicitation is restricted to certified small business vendors meeting the statutory requirements in Maryland State Finance and Procurement Article 14-501–14-505 and certified by GOSBA Small Business Reserve Program; only current Master Contractors under the Hardware and Associated Equipment and Services 2012 master contract (060B2490022) are eligible to submit bids.

The scope covers extended warranty support for IBM DASD hardware at the Comptroller's Recovery Point location in Germantown, Maryland, for one calendar year (January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027). The contract is structured as a three-year agreement with annual invoicing. Respondents may submit a Letter of Authorization from the manufacturer with their proposal.

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible Master Contractor offering the most advantageous proposal considering price and conformance with specifications. Proposed pricing must remain valid for at least 90 days following the proposal due date. Bidders must provide manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) screenshots and estimated ship dates or lead times. All bids must be password-protected and submitted via email to Susan Phillips at the Comptroller's Office, with passwords transmitted separately after the bid due date. Questions are due October 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Invoicing should be directed to itinvoices@marylandtaxes.gov, with the first invoice due within 30 days of contract commencement and subsequent annual invoices on the contract anniversary date.