M00P5603912: 60 Dell Docking Stations

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has issued a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) for the procurement of 60 Dell Thunderbolt Docking Stations (Model # WD22TB4) under solicitation number M00P5603912. The procurement is specifically targeting Dell docking stations through the Hardware Master Contract (Solicitation #060B2490022), with a focus on obtaining equipment for the department located at 201 W Preston Street in Baltimore. The detailed solicitation requires the docking stations to include a 3-year Advanced Exchange Service warranty and must be delivered by 5/2/2025. Evaluation criteria for this procurement will comprehensively assess bidders based on conformance to specifications, lowest certified bid, submission of Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), and a valid Letter of Authorization (LOA). Bidders must submit proposals by 4/17/2025 at 3:00 PM EST, with specific requirements including being an authorized Dell reseller and submission of a Mercury Affidavit.

This procurement is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) procurement, which means only certified small businesses can submit bids for the contract. The agency will recommend award to the most advantageous offer, considering both price and evaluation factors, with the ultimate goal of initiating a purchase order to the selected Master Contractor. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement is for 60 docking stations, suggesting a moderate-scale technology acquisition. Prospective bidders must meet specific qualifications, including small business certification, Dell reseller authorization, and compliance with all specified technical and administrative requirements. The SBR designation provides an opportunity for smaller businesses to compete for a government technology procurement, potentially creating a more competitive and diverse vendor landscape for the Maryland Department of Health's technology needs.