Trafera BN Microcomputers & Peripherals

The State of Louisiana's Office of State Procurement is soliciting bids for a statewide contract (Bid No. 3000024041) to furnish Trafera Brand Name Microcomputers and Peripherals across East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) seeks to establish a 12-month contract with options to extend for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding 36 months total. The procurement covers comprehensive technology infrastructure categories including audio equipment, charging carts, computers and accessories, displays, printers, projectors, installation services, servers, and UPS/PDU equipment. Vendors must submit minimum percentage discounts for each product category on the attached Price Sheet, with no direct pricing submitted on the initial bid form. The bid opening is scheduled for June 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with electronic bid submissions accepted through the LaGov vendor portal. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility standards, and anti-discrimination provisions.

The contract allows for cooperative purchasing by political subdivisions, quasi-state agencies, and external procurement units, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned. Configuration limits are strictly defined, with maximum purchase order limits of $500,000 for servers, $100,000 for desktops, $50,000 for printers/monitors, and $50,000 for peripherals, with a total purchase order limit of $1,000,000. An administrative fee of 1% will be payable to the Office of State Procurement, and contractors must submit quarterly usage reports. Bidders are required to provide proof of cybersecurity training, maintain a web presence, and comply with regulatory approvals including FCC, Novell, and Microsoft compliance. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the technology categories and the substantial configuration limits suggest a potentially significant contract value. Vendors must also provide evidence of authorized signatory status and comply with Louisiana Secretary of State registration requirements for corporations and limited liability companies seeking to hold a contract over $25,000.