SSC Data Center Maintenance Service

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is issuing a Small Procurement Solicitation (SPS) for SSC Data Center Maintenance Service. DHS intends to acquire services for the preventive maintenance of the thermal units and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system at the State Saratoga Center (SSC) Data Center. The contract will be effective for a one-year period from October 26, 2022 to October 25, 2023, with six scheduled site visits during that time. The scope of work includes operational inspections and annual maintenance of the data center equipment. Vendors must submit qualifications, references, and a bid for the specified scope of work by October 10, 2022 through eMaryland Marketplace Advantage. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who submits the most favorable bid price.

The solicitation strongly encourages responses from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE). While specific funding sources are not listed, the attached documents outline federal funding requirements and restrictions that the successful vendor must comply with, such as regulations around lobbying, environmental tobacco smoke, and affirmative action for handicapped employees. Neither an incumbent contractor nor a budget range is provided in the available information.