Qty 4 - 4TB Hard Drive

This contract involves the procurement of four Samsung 4TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 Internal Solid State Drives, specifically designated for the Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) program. It is a set-aside solicitation exclusively for vendors certified as Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) by the State of Ohio, emphasizing the state's commitment to supporting minority-owned suppliers. The solicitation is posted under the number SRC0000034347 and is managed through Ohio's OhioBuys eProcurement platform, with a response deadline coinciding with the posting date of October 28, 2025. The contract is valued between $1,000 and $2,000, and vendors must reference specific state contract numbers (RSC024735, RSC021317, RSC021135, or 0A1375) in their formal quotes, which must also include applicable catalog numbers. The vendor must be an authorized dealer on one of these contracts to qualify. Supporting documentation provides comprehensive guidance on navigating Ohio’s procurement system, including detailed instructions for registration, response submission, and solicitation engagement, ensuring suppliers understand how to participate effectively. The contract is governed by the OhioBuys platform’s procedures and the standard terms and conditions established by OOD, which outline compliance, invoicing, subcontracting, and legal obligations. Additional documents emphasize supplier certification requirements for preferences such as Buy Ohio, Buy American, and Veteran preferences, ensuring suppliers meet the criteria for procurement advantages. Overall, this contract exemplifies Ohio’s strategic focus on minority business inclusion, transparent procurement processes, and adherence to legal and administrative standards for state-funded purchases.