UPS (LAN) Power Supplies

The Tennessee Department of General Services Central Procurement Office has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a statewide contract to procure UPS (LAN) Power Supplies, with the solicitation open from April 16, 2025, 2:00 PM CDT to April 23, 2025, 2:00 PM CDT. The procurement is for a single line item of power supplies that will be evaluated using a specific evaluation model, with an initial order shipping deadline of April 30, 2025. Potential bidders must complete and return a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to gain full access to the complete specifications and terms. Bidders are required to provide documentation including sales tax registration, and must complete various response sections covering contract administrator details, catalog information, and subcontractor information if applicable. The evaluation will assess bidders' compliance with state procurement regulations, non-discrimination requirements, and the Iran Divestment Act, with specific pricing, brand names, and product specifications to be submitted as part of the bid response.

The contract will be available to a broad range of Authorized Users, including Tennessee state agencies, local governmental agencies, university systems, nonprofit higher education institutions, and certain nonprofit corporations. The solicitation emphasizes diversity business participation efforts and includes provisions for potential set-aside considerations. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract is structured for a 5-year statewide term, suggesting a potentially significant procurement opportunity. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with confidentiality requirements outlined in Tennessee Code Ann. 10-7-504(i), which protects sensitive government information related to electronic systems, security codes, and vendor identities. The confidential nature of the bid requires careful handling of proprietary information, with strict protocols for safeguarding state data and preventing unauthorized disclosure.