Student Print Solution

The University of Connecticut (UConn) IT Services is seeking proposals for a comprehensive managed student/guest print solution through a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered MW040722. The procurement aims to establish a pay-per-print system with managed print kiosks strategically located throughout UConn campuses, enabling students and guests to access printing services through a centralized, technology-driven platform. Vendors are expected to provide a complete solution that includes hardware installation, software management, and a payment mechanism for print services. The solicitation was released on April 7, 2022, with proposals due by May 6, 2022, at 2:00 PM EDT. A vendor Q&A period was established from April 7, 2022, at 3:15 PM EDT through April 22, 2022, at 2:00 PM EDT, during which potential bidders could seek clarification about the requirements. The primary contact for this solicitation is Melanie Weed from UConn Procurement Services, who can be reached at 860-486-2619 or melanie.weed@uconn.edu. Interested vendors must submit their proposals through the UConn HuskyBuy self-service online portal, with payment terms set at Net 45 Days and delivery specified as Free On Board Destination.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The RFP is open to all vendors and does not provide an estimated total contract value or specific budget range. There are no explicit details about existing infrastructure or technology that would require integration, suggesting vendors should propose a comprehensive solution that can be implemented across UConn campuses. The lack of line items in the solicitation indicates that UConn is seeking a holistic approach to the print solution, with vendors expected to provide a detailed, all-encompassing proposal that addresses the university's printing needs. Bidders are encouraged to carefully review the complete RFP documentation and reach out to Melanie Weed with any questions or need for clarification during the specified Q&A period.