Alvin Independent School District
Mickie Dietrich
Director of Purchasing
December 1, 2010
TO: Tommy King
From: Mickie Dietrich
Subj: #1012Tech-Cat Catalog Bid Proposal
Technology Related Services, Equipment, Software, Security Equipment and Supplies
A technology catalog bid proposal was extended to provide the District with a procurement contract allowing multiple vendor pricing for the purchase of technology, software and services which was not currently available from other District contracts, State of Texas contracts, Department of Information Resources (DIR), contracts awarded by other governmental agencies or cooperative agreements. This contract was extended through our district-wide departments allowing each to cover any software that was not currently available from any of the above identified areas. Fifteen (15) vendor packets were extended by these departments to area vendors. The bid proposal document was advertised and was made available on the District Purchasing Website. Another proposal of this nature may be processed to allow additional vendors to be included under this type of bid proposal at a later time in the school year as needs arise.
A non-exclusive award is requested, allowing each participating vendor to supply catalog percent discounts and/or provide formal fax electronic quotes to comply with the law on items for which it does not elect to receive line-item proposals.
All vendors responding to the bidding process agree to the terms of the catalog bidding process and are recommended for approval under the non-exclusive award.
Prior to extension of this bid, investigation was initiated to determine categories that would meet District needs. This proposal will cover the following categories:
o Integrated Software / IT Solution (Microcomputer)
o Software
o Network Components: Adapter Cards, Bridges, Connectors, Expansion Modules/Ports, Firewall Devices, Hubs, Line Drivers, MSAUs, Routers, Transceivers, Switches, etc.
o Servers – Microcomputer (Application, Database, File, Mail, Network, Web, etc.)
o Uninterruptible Power Supplies
o Integrated Communication Systems – Includes Telephone, Clock, Intercom, etc.
o Fiber Optic Cables, Copper Cables, Interconnecting Components, and Accessories
o High Volume, Call Answering Telephone Systems
o Intercom Systems
o Security Systems
o Telephone Systems, Components, Headsets, Accessories, etc.
o Teleconference Systems, Audio/Video Equipment, Components, etc.
o Video and Audio Systems, Accessories and Parts
o Computer Telephone Integration
o EDI (Electronic Data Interchange), Value-Added Network Services
o Telephone Services
o Computer Hardware Consulting
o Computer Software Consulting
o Computer Network Consulting
o Feasibility Studies, Consulting
o Strategic Technology Planning and Consulting Services
o Computer Aided Design Services
o Installation of Computers, Peripherals and Related Equip.
o Networking Services, Including Installation, Security And Maintenance
o Programming Services
o Cable Construction, Installation and Maintenance (Fiber Optic, Communication, Computer, etc.)
o Card Access Security Services
o Repair Services – PCs, Printers, Laptops, etc.
o Personal Computers, Laptops, Handheld Computers, Printers, PDA’s, accessories, Peripherals, etc.
o Wireless Components: Access Points, Bridges, Cards RF/IF Cables, Connectors, Mounts, Testing Tools Antennas, Towers & Components, etc.
o Wireless Services: Installation, Consulting, Maintenance, etc.
Propose award to all 18 vendors meeting specifications outlined in Proposal #1012 TECH CAT. Attached is the list of vendors that participated in the bidding process and are proposed for award. This listing will be placed on the website as approved vendors for purchases upon Board approval. This proposal requested a one-year term contract award with a two-year renewal extension; therefore, this proposal will not expire until December, 2013
#1012 TECH-CAT
LIST OF APPROVED VENDORS
AVES AUDIO VISUAL SYSTEMS, INC.
CHIRON COMMUNICATION SERVICES
COMPUTERLAND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES
CONSTANT POWER & BATERY CORP.
CO-NEXUS COMMUNICATIONS
DESERT COMMUNICATIONS INC.
FLUXLIGHT, INC.
FRONTLINE PLACEMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
IDENTISYS INC.
M & A TECHNOLOGY
MITEL BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.
NETOP TECH INC.
RM EDUCATIONAL SOFTWARE, INC.
RENAISSANCE LEARNING, INC.
SECURITY GENERAL INT’L LTD.
SOFTWARE EXPRESS
SOUTHERN COMPUTER WAREHOUSE
SUNGARD PUBLIC SECTOR INC.