Maryland Health Benefit Exchange - Apple MacBook Pro Space Black Computers - IFB BPM058431 (2026)
- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tracey D. Gamble
- (410) 547-8152
The 30-second brief
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is seeking qualified bidders to procure fifty (50) Apple MacBook Pro Space Black laptops, warranty, and services under solicitation IFB BPM058431. The scope of work includes fifty (50) units of 16-inch MacBook Pro Space Black (Z1N0) featuring an M5 Pro chip with 18-core CPU, 20-core GPU, 16-core NE, 48GB memory, 1TB SSD, 140W USB-C Power Adapter, 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, and macOS, alongside fifty (50) units of AppleCare+ for 16-inch MacBook Pro. Delivery is expected within 10-15 business days after receipt of the Purchase Order and fully executed contract at the Baltimore, MD facility. Bids are due by September 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time and must be submitted via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 15, 2026, at 11:30 AM, with registration required. Bidders must be authorized resellers of Apple products and provide a manufacturer or distributor authorization letter. Contract award will be based on the lowest Total Bid Price on the Bid Price Form for a firm fixed-price, one-time purchase.
50 units of 16-inch MacBook Pro: Space Black (Z1N0) (MGEC4LL/A), 50 units of AppleCare+ for 16-in MacBook Pro (SCXU3LL/A)
Lowest Total Bid Price
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Summary
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is seeking qualified bidders to procure fifty (50) Apple MacBook Pro Space Black laptops, warranty, and services under solicitation IFB BPM058431.
The scope of work includes fifty (50) units of 16-inch MacBook Pro Space Black (Z1N0) featuring an M5 Pro chip with 18-core CPU, 20-core GPU, 16-core NE, 48GB memory, 1TB SSD, 140W USB-C Power Adapter, 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, and macOS, alongside fifty (50) units of AppleCare+ for 16-inch MacBook Pro. Delivery is expected within 10-15 business days after receipt of the Purchase Order and fully executed contract at the Baltimore, MD facility. Bids are due by September 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time and must be submitted via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 15, 2026, at 11:30 AM, with registration required. Bidders must be authorized resellers of Apple products and provide a manufacturer or distributor authorization letter. Contract award will be based on the lowest Total Bid Price on the Bid Price Form for a firm fixed-price, one-time purchase.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Total Bid Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
50 units of 16-inch MacBook Pro: Space Black (Z1N0) (MGEC4LL/A), 50 units of AppleCare+ for 16-in MacBook Pro (SCXU3LL/A)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment B - Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- Attachment E - Federal Funds Attachment
- Attachment E-1 - Certification Against Lobbying
- Attachment E-2 - Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Manufacturer letter of authorization
- Bid Price Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.maryland.gov/emma-qrgs/
- Scope location
- Baltimore, MD
- Projected sq ft
- 50 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Maryland Health Benefit Exchange
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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://procurement.maryland.gov/emma-qrgs/. For questions, contact Tracey D. Gamble.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland in MD, 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 Tracey D. Gamble at (410) 547-8152. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 50 units of 16-inch MacBook Pro: Space Black (Z1N0) (MGEC4LL/A), 50 units of AppleCare+ for 16-in MacBook Pro (SCXU3LL/A). 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: "Lowest Total Bid Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment B - Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Attachment E - Federal Funds Attachment, Attachment E-1 - Certification Against Lobbying, Attachment E-2 - Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, manufacturer letter. Review the full document from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Baltimore, MD. The total projected area is 50 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.