About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development requires annual Quest Software KASE system renewal services. The scope covers 24x7 maintenance renewals for KACE Systems Development and Management Appliances, including additional managed computer and education maintenance, for offsite performance starting December 2, 2026. Only onshore USA Master Contractors awarded under the Commercial Off-the-Shelf Software (COTS) Master Contract BPO # 060B2490021, certified by the GOSBA Small Business Reserve Program, and acting as authorized Quest Software resellers are eligible to bid. Bidders must submit proposals digitally via email or online by November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET, and submit all written questions to Procurement Officer Lisa Peters by November 2, 2026. Awards will go to the responsible and responsive bidder offering the most favorable price.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Department of Housing and Community Development
- Solicitation No.
- BPM059375
Scope of work
- FFB- KCE-PS-247 KACE Systems Development Addtl Managed Computer 24x7 Maintenance Renewal
- EEB-KCE-PS-247 KACE Systems Development Addtl Managed Computer 24x7 Maintenance Renewal
- EEA-KCE-PS-247 KACE Systems Management Appliance w/100 Managed Computer 24x7 Maintenance Renewal
- FFA-KCE-PS-247 KACE Systems Appliance W/100 Managed Computer 24x7 Maintenance Renewal
- LLB-KCE-PS-247 KACE Systems Management Addtl Managed Computer Education Maintenance Renewal
- LLB-KCE PS-247 KACE System Management Addtl Managed Computer Education 24x7 Maintenance Renewal
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Responsible and Responsive Bidder whose bid meets the requirements | Not specified |
| Most Favorable Price | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be a Master Contractor under COTS Master Contract BPO # 060B2490021
- Certified by GOSBA Small Business Reserve Program
- Must be an authorized reseller for Quest Software
Documents to include with your response
- Proposal
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) from Manufacturer or Distributor if requested
- Mercury Affidavit as applicable
Key dates
- PORFP Issue Date
- 10/28/26
- Questions Due
- Wednesday, November 02, 2026 @ 5:00 PM Eastern Time (ET)
- BID DUE DATE AND TIME
- 11/06/2026 @ 12PM ET
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)
- Instructions
- Responses must be submitted through the State's eMaryland Marketplace Advantage system following Vendor QRG 4 instructions.
Contract details
- Term
- 1 year renewal starting 12/02/2026 through 12/01/2027
- Set-aside / preference
- Small Business Reserve (SBR)
- Place of performance
- Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), 7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20607