RFI for IBM Mainframe Hardware.
ID: 28321325RI0000017Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATIONSOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATIONSSA OFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTSBALTIMORE, MD, 21235, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7C20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c668ed52503549f998d869eee17d8104/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 31, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding IBM Mainframe Hardware. This procurement aims to gather insights and information from potential vendors about the capabilities and specifications of IBM Mainframe Hardware that could meet the SSA's operational needs. The hardware is critical for the SSA's data processing and management functions, ensuring efficient service delivery to the public. Interested parties should direct their inquiries to Greg Shanklin at GREG.SHANKLIN@SSA.GOV for further details on participation and submission timelines.

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SHANKLIN, GREG
GREG.SHANKLIN@SSA.GOV
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