ManageEngine Endpoint Central Security Edition

Greenville County, South Carolina is soliciting bids for ManageEngine Endpoint Central Security Edition software through Invitation for Bids (IFB) #26054, seeking a vendor to provide perpetual licensing for 2,400 endpoint devices, 200 servers, and multiple technician licenses with one year of premium support. The procurement specifically requires no substitutions and is focused on obtaining the lowest price solution. Vendors must submit sealed electronic bids by December 12, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. through the County's online procurement portal, with a question submission deadline of December 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The evaluation methodology will be heavily weighted toward cost, with 99 percent of points allocated based on pricing (0-100 points) and one percent on responsiveness (pass/fail). Bidders must provide proof of authorized ManageEngine reseller status, complete the County's Alternate W-9 Form, submit delivery timelines, and provide at least three professional references. The tentative award date is December 16, 2025, with contract negotiations scheduled for December 17, 2025, and a potential Notice to Proceed expected on December 19, 2025.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence general liability, $2,000,000 general aggregate, statutory workers' compensation, and $1,000,000 automobile liability coverage. While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the County reserves the right to award the contract in whole or part and can terminate the agreement with 60 days' notice for convenience or 10-60 days' notice for cause. Responses will remain valid for 60 days from the opening date and cannot be withdrawn during this period. Though a specific contract value is not detailed, the procurement involves licensing for 2,400 endpoint devices and 200 servers, suggesting a potential substantial investment in enterprise software and support. The County has incorporated standard procurement procedures aligned with South Carolina's guidelines, ensuring a competitive and transparent bidding process.