Empire State Development Pre-Qualified Providers of Information Technology Goods and Services RFP 2026
NY-State-Empire State DevelopmentState · Albany, NY- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Shanah Jack
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Empire State Development (ESD) is soliciting proposals to create a panel of pre-qualified firms for Information Technology (IT) goods and services. The scope includes consulting, implementation, and procurement for Oracle PeopleSoft Financials 9.2, application hosting and development (Drupal, Azure, AWS, .NET), cybersecurity infrastructure (firewalls, MFA, EDR), network solutions, cloud services, and hardware such as mobile devices and desktop PCs. The anticipated duration of the pre-qualified list is three years with a one-year extension option. Proposals must include a Technical Proposal, Administrative Proposal, and Cost Proposal with hourly rates and retail discounts. Submissions are due via a specific Dropbox link by 2:00 PM ET on August 7, 2026. A 30% MWBE and 6% SDVOB participation goal applies.
Technical Proposal, Administrative Proposal, Cost Proposal, MWBE Utilization Plan, SDVOB Utilization Plan, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire
Technical Approach (30 points), Experience (30 points), Cost Proposal (20 points), Staffing Plan (15 points), Quantitative Factor (5 points)
SUMMARY
Empire State Development (ESD) is soliciting proposals to create a panel of pre-qualified firms for Information Technology (IT) goods and services.
The scope includes consulting, implementation, and procurement for Oracle PeopleSoft Financials 9.2, application hosting and development (Drupal, Azure, AWS, .NET), cybersecurity infrastructure (firewalls, MFA, EDR), network solutions, cloud services, and hardware such as mobile devices and desktop PCs. The anticipated duration of the pre-qualified list is three years with a one-year extension option. Proposals must include a Technical Proposal, Administrative Proposal, and Cost Proposal with hourly rates and retail discounts. Submissions are due via a specific Dropbox link by 2:00 PM ET on August 7, 2026. A 30% MWBE and 6% SDVOB participation goal applies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Technical Proposal
- Administrative Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- MWBE Utilization Plan
- SDVOB Utilization Plan
- Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Conflict of Interest Attestation
- State Finance Law forms
- Iran Divestment Act Statement
- Executive Order 16 Certification
- Executive Order 177 Certification
- OCSD-1
- OCSD-2
- W-9 Form
- Appendix A ESD IT Security Standard Brief
REQUIRED STAFFING
Consulting staff, specialty resources
- Submit to
- https://www.dropbox.com/request/oincxcu0bwqpa1r54naw
- Scope location
- New York, NY
- Reported agency
- Empire State Development
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from NY-State-Empire State Development?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.dropbox.com/request/oincxcu0bwqpa1r54naw. For questions, contact Shanah Jack.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including NY-State-Empire State Development in NY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Shanah Jack. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Consulting staff, specialty resources. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Proposal, Administrative Proposal, Cost Proposal, MWBE Utilization Plan, SDVOB Utilization Plan, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Technical Approach (30 points), Experience (30 points), Cost Proposal (20 points), Staffing Plan (15 points), Quantitative Factor (5 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from NY-State-Empire State Development?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Conflict of Interest Attestation, State Finance Law forms, Iran Divestment Act Statement, Executive Order 16 Certification, Executive Order 177 Certification, OCSD. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from NY-State-Empire State Development for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New York, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.