NOTICE ONLY** Intent to Procure GSA Reverse Auction Services

The State of Oregon's Department of Administrative Services, Procurement Services (DAS-PS) has issued a public notice of intent to procure reverse auction services through a GSA contract. Specifically, Marion County is involved in this procurement process, which aims to establish an Agreement to Agree with EasiBuy, LLC for complete bid management of reverse vendor auctions, effective through September 2024. The procurement originated from Request for Quote #RFQ1601880S, issued on January 4, 2023, which was distributed to 239 vendors holding GSA contracts under Solicitation #47QSMD20R0001, with a focus on Special Item Number (SIN) 54151ECOM. DAS evaluated responses from two vendors and determined EasiBuy, LLC (holding GSA contract #GS-35F-461BA) represents the best value. Interested firms have until 5:00 PM PST on February 17, 2023, to submit written comments explaining why this procurement should be a competitive solicitation. The evaluation appears to prioritize best value, vendor qualifications, and alignment with GSA contract guidelines under Oregon Revised Statute 279A.180.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. EasiBuy, LLC was selected through a competitive GSA contract process, which typically involves comprehensive vendor vetting. While the exact award value is not disclosed, the contract is structured to run through September 2024, suggesting a multi-year engagement for reverse auction services. Unison Marketplace, Inc. was the other respondent to the original RFQ, indicating some market competition for these services. The procurement leverages existing GSA infrastructure, specifically utilizing the GSA Advantage website for contract information and vendor details. Potential vendors must demonstrate capability to provide reverse auction bid management services within the prescribed GSA and Oregon state procurement guidelines. The contract appears designed to provide Marion County and potentially other Oregon state entities with a streamlined, competitively-priced approach to vendor reverse auctions.