JPMC SW RFP# 110923 Physical Storage Systems and Equipment with Related Software and Services

The State of Illinois is publishing a notice for an RFP released by Sourcewell, a cooperative purchasing organization in Minnesota, for Physical Storage Systems and Equipment with Related Software and Services, RFP #110923. The purpose is to establish Master Agreements with qualified vendors to provide these goods and services for all Participating Entities. The initial contract term is 4 years with an optional 3 additional 1-year extensions. Interested vendors must obtain the full solicitation directly from the Sourcewell Procurement Portal, as the State of Illinois is only publishing this notice. The solicitation is scheduled to close on November 9, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. CT. The objective is to obtain best value and more favorable pricing than individual entities could achieve through the collective purchasing power of multiple state and local government entities. The resulting Master Agreements will be available for use by state governments, institutions of higher education, political subdivisions, and other eligible entities subject to state procurement director approval.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not provide information on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Additionally, the notice does not include any possible award values or budget ranges for this opportunity.