Network Hardware and Support

This procurement opportunity involves the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy's acquisition of Cisco networking equipment and software solutions through a vendor quote submitted by GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. under the DIR-CPO-5347 contract vehicle. The primary deliverable is a Cisco Catalyst 9300X 12x25G Fiber Ports modular uplink switch, with supplementary components including software licenses, transceivers, cables, and accessories across 28 line items. Key components of the quote include Cisco SNTC-8X5XNBD support services ($4,342.74), DNA Advantage three-year licensing ($1,521.66), SFP+ transceivers ($5,419.30), and various networking cables and connectors totaling approximately $1,934.42, with quantities ranging from one to ten units depending on the specific item. The total quoted amount is $30,165.73 for a three-year license term, with pricing subject to change without notice and supply contingent upon availability. The quote was submitted on May 14, 2026, with a posting date of May 19, 2026, and the same date listed as the due date, indicating an expedited timeline for this procurement.

The procurement documentation indicates that Dell's strict zero-return policy applies to purchases, with no refunds or returns permitted for incorrect quantities, specifications, or configurations. While the vendor quote from GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. is identified in the materials provided, additional documentation regarding set-asides, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or specific organizational qualifications is not fully detailed in the available attachments. The award value for this procurement is $30,165.73, representing the complete cost for the three-year license term and associated networking infrastructure components. An Emergency Memorandum document is referenced in the procurement file but the specific content regarding any additional requirements, timelines, or procurement conditions could not be fully assessed from the available materials.