Cabling Service and Related Products

Solicitation COOP2026SOL-00008 is a Request for Offer issued by the Texas Department of Information Resources to establish a Master Cooperative Contract for cabling services and related products. The scope encompasses the planning, design, installation, maintenance, and support of IT data, video, and voice cabling using balanced copper and fiber optic cabling, ranging from single cable pulls to full facility rewiring. In-scope services include the provision of data racks, patch panels, and wire management, as well as value-added services like integration and product training. Outside plant services, custom application development, and professional consulting services are explicitly excluded. The contract features an initial two-year term with options for one two-year renewal and one one-year renewal, with a final possible extension of twelve months. Award is based on best value, evaluated through a combination of pass/fail gates and weighted factors. Pass/fail criteria include financial stability via Dun and Bradstreet, a valid Texas subcontracting plan, and compliance with accessibility standards and the Policy Driven Adoption for Accessibility score. Weighted evaluation factors include pricing at 45 percent, company ability and capacity at 30 percent, and the marketing and customer support plan at 25 percent. Pricing is structured through unit rates for labor, percentage discounts off MSRP for products, and hourly rates for additional services, all of which must include a 0.75 percent DIR administrative fee. The contract mandates strict adherence to Texas state laws, including the Texas Prompt Payment Act, Buy Texas preferences, and various cybersecurity and AI usage restrictions. Vendors must comply with E-Verify and provide certifications regarding foreign ownership and critical infrastructure. For projects funded by federal grants, vendors must adhere to EDGAR certifications and the Davis-Bacon Act. Performance is measured across specific geographical zones in Texas, and contractors are required to provide certification reports and as-built floor plans upon completion of work. All responses must be submitted via the BidStamp VIS portal by September 24, 2026.