STC CRADLEPOINT

The State of South Carolina Office of State Procurement is seeking a statewide term contract for Cradlepoint networking products, services, and accessories on behalf of all South Carolina public procurement units. The solicitation encompasses a comprehensive range of technology solutions, including branch, mobile, and IoT gateway devices, NetCloud subscription services, 5G capability products, security and networking solutions, private cellular networks, and related accessories such as modems, docks, and antennas. Bidders must be either the Cradlepoint manufacturer or an authorized reseller, and must provide an authorization letter as a mandatory qualification requirement. The evaluation criteria will focus on the highest cumulative discount off the Cradlepoint manufacturer's price list, with the state reserving the right to award to up to six (or potentially ten) offerors. Key dates include a pre-bid conference on January 24, 2023, at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams, with written questions due by 5:00 PM that same day. Offer submissions are due by February 21, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with award notifications expected on March 3, 2023. The initial contract term is one year, with four additional one-year renewal options, creating a potential five-year contract period from February 15, 2023, to February 14, 2028.

Bidders must submit their most recent MSRP and approved price listings with SKU numbers and best discount percentages, with failure to provide this documentation rendering the offer non-responsive. The contract includes a mandatory one percent administrative services fee collected quarterly based on total sales. Contractors must provide delivery within 30 days of purchase order receipt and technical support within 24 hours. The state maintains the right to purchase from alternate vendors if contract holders cannot match prices at least ten percent below contract rates. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the solicitation includes comprehensive requirements for insurance, including Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation. Pricing will be fixed for the initial term, with potential adjustments limited to the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers during renewal periods. Although no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the statewide nature of the contract suggests significant potential value for the selected vendor(s). Additional requirements include mandatory information security provisions, data safeguarding requirements, and compliance with standard state contract terms including intellectual property protections.