Video Stream Refresh + Hardware and Software License Refresh

The state of Maryland, through the Department of Information Technology (DoIT), has issued a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) under the Hardware Master Contract 1 for a Video Stream Refresh and Hardware and Software License Refresh project for Howard County, Maryland. The PORFP is seeking proposals for various hardware and software products and services across six functional areas, including microcomputers, printers, network communication equipment, installation and training, extended warranty, and security/cameras. The requested products and services include 13 Skyline Streaming Flash Appliances, 5 Skyline Video Transcoding Appliances, 1 Skyline Video Sharing Portal Hardware & Software Maintenance, and 35 Skyline Video Streaming Appliance Refreshes. Proposals must include pricing, warranty terms, and estimated ship dates/lead times, and will be evaluated based on price, timeliness of delivery, and other technical factors. The proposal due date is April 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM.

The PORFP has a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation goal for the installation and training services. There is no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract will be issued as a purchase order to the selected Master Contractor, but the possible award value or budget range is not specified.