Illinois Office of the Secretary of State - IBM SoftwareXcel Enterprise Edition Support - IFB 27-350SOS-ITSOS-B-52941 (2026)
Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Jun 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dave Littrell
- (000) 000-0000
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Office of the Secretary of State is seeking bids from qualified vendors for IBM SoftwareXcel Enterprise Edition Support to keep the Enterprise Server running efficiently without interruption for machine types 3939, z16, Model A01 at Dirksen Parkway and Howlett Building in Springfield, IL. The initial contract term is one year with two years of renewal options, not to exceed a total term of ten years. Electronic submissions are required through BidBuy by June 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Vendors must be authorized resellers of IBM SoftwareXcel Enterprise Edition and provide a statement of certificate showing qualification. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total cost.
Price, responsibility, responsiveness
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Summary
The Illinois Office of the Secretary of State is seeking bids from qualified vendors for IBM SoftwareXcel Enterprise Edition Support to keep the Enterprise Server running efficiently without interruption for machine types 3939, z16, Model A01 at Dirksen Parkway and Howlett Building in Springfield, IL. The initial contract term is one year with two years of renewal options, not to exceed a total term of ten years.
Electronic submissions are required through BidBuy by June 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Vendors must be authorized resellers of IBM SoftwareXcel Enterprise Edition and provide a statement of certificate showing qualification. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Responsibility
- Responsiveness
- Submit to
- ILSOS IT - 574 501 South 2nd Street Room 574 Howlett Building Springfield, IL 62756 via BidBuy
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Office of the Secretary of State
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 25, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: ILSOS IT - 574 501 South 2nd Street Room 574 Howlett Building Springfield, IL 62756 via BidBuy. For questions, contact Dave Littrell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of Illinois in IL, 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 Bid 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 Dave Littrell at (000) 000-0000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, responsibility, responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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. Review the full document from Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.