Azure licensing for Southwestern Indian Polytechni
ID: 140A2325Q0133Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/daa0390fac0e4f44bfb2fac2dde69527/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs through the Indian Education Acquisition Office, is seeking proposals for the procurement of Microsoft 365 Azure (A5 version) software licenses for the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI). This solicitation emphasizes the participation of Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and outlines a firm fixed-price contract for a one-year base period from June 28, 2025, to June 27, 2026, with options for two additional years. The software will enhance SIPI's educational and administrative functions, ensuring the security of student and faculty data through user licenses and cloud synchronization services. Interested vendors can contact Jeff Morris at jeff.morris@bie.edu or call 505-364-2130 for further details regarding compliance requirements and the proposal submission process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Morris, Jeff
    (505) 364-2130
    jeff.morris@bie.edu
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    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of Microsoft 365 Azure (A5 version) software for the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI). The RFP emphasizes a requirement for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) to participate fully. It specifies a firm fixed-price contract for a one-year base period from June 28, 2025, to June 27, 2026, followed by two option years. The software will support educational and administrative functions, with technical support available during business hours. Central components of the project include providing user licenses, cloud synchronization, and the installation of services essential for maintaining student and faculty data security. The RFP details compliance requirements, including federal acquisition regulations and encourages the incorporation of various clauses embedded within the contract terms. Additionally, the document includes provisions for past performance evaluations and guidelines for invoicing through the Government's Internet Payment Platform, ensuring payment requests align with stated performance metrics. Overall, the RFP seeks to enhance SIPI's IT capabilities while adhering to regulations that support small businesses and ensure effective use of taxpayer funds.
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