FY27 OCTO IBM zLinux Mainframe Software

The District of Columbia Office of Contracting and Procurement, acting for the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, is seeking an authorized reseller to renew licensing and maintenance for IBM z/Linux mainframe software. This procurement supports critical applications for the Department of Motor Vehicles, the University of the District of Columbia, the Department of Employment Services, and the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. The scope specifically includes the annual license and maintenance for Red Hat Volume 50963708 on the District's IBM 8562-T02 system, providing two units of VLA RH ENT LINUX IBM ZSYSTEMS AND IBM LINUXONE with comprehensive add-ons. Services must include preventive maintenance, new releases, updated documentation, and 24x7 remote problem determination and resolution. The period of performance extends from the date of award through September 30, 2027, with performance located at 200 I Street, SE, DC 20003. A key deliverable is the electronic submission of renewal confirmation within five days of the award. The contractor must adhere to strict standards, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Additionally, the contractor is required to maintain absolute confidentiality regarding District employees and customers and must provide a notarized subcontracting plan if applicable to avoid being deemed nonresponsive. Invoicing requires detailed documentation, including federal tax IDs and specific performance dates, to ensure proper payment processing.