Secretary Biddings - Procurement Opportunities

The University of California, Irvine is seeking qualified firms for historical resource consulting services. Completed Statements of Qualifications are due May 28, 2025, at 4:00 PM, submitted via email to specified addresses. The contract duration is estimated at 3 years. Firms must demonstrate equal employment opportunity policy. Additional information can be found at www. ***. *. *

Bidders must submit emailed bids to ***@***. *. * prior to **** 11:59 PM CST. The RFX number (****) must be included in the subject line. Print all attachments. Unit prices must not exceed two digits to the right of the decimal point. Bidders must furnish descriptive literature with their bid. Delivery is Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (excluding holidays, weekends, or disaster times). Bidders must call **** or **** at least 24 hours prior to delivery. Louisiana or foreign LLCs/corporations must be registered with the Louisiana Secretary of State. Vendors are encouraged to use electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments. Vendor registration should be completed in LAPAC prior to bid submission. Funding may be unavailable for items not delivered by June 30, 2025. Bidders must notify the procurement section of any inability to supply. The Department of Transportation and Development reserves the right to reject bids that cannot make deliveries by June 30, 2025. All bid prices must be typed, written in ink, or submitted online. Bid prices include delivery F. O. B. destination. Bids containing payment in advance or C. O. D. requirements may be rejected. Payment is due within 30 days after receipt of invoice or delivery. Bids must conform to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations and specifications. Bidders must specify the brand and model number of the product offered. Bidders proposing an equivalent brand or model should submit descriptive literature, technical data. Bid prices must be firm for a minimum of 30 days. Vendors are responsible for including all applicable taxes in the bid price. All products must be new, never previously used, and the current model and/or packaging. Contract renewals may be extended for 2 additional 12-month periods at the same prices, terms, and conditions (total contract term cannot exceed 36 months). The State of Louisiana has the right to terminate the contract for various reasons, including misrepresentation, fraud, or breach of contract. Failure to deliver within the specified time constitutes a default. All contracts shall be construed in accordance with Louisiana law. Bidders must comply with civil rights laws and ADA accessibility requirements. Any individual with a 5% or more ownership interest convicted of a state or federal felony related to the solicitation or execution of a contract may be rejected. Bidders must comply with federal clauses, if applicable (antikickback, clean air, clean water, energy policy, antilobbying, and debarment). Corporations and LLCs must be in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State to hold a purchase order and/or contract over $25,000. Independent price determination is required.

This notice justifies a sole-source contract award to Heidrick Struggles International for private sector leadership engagement support services to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD). The justification cites unusual and compelling urgency due to critical operational challenges, demanding a rapid response solution. The contract is valued at approximately $2,316,**** and will be funded with FY 2025 appropriations. The performance period is from April 18, 2025, to April 17, 2026. Market research identified Heidrick Struggles as the sole suitable vendor due to their expertise in recruiting for highly technical roles within the DOD. No other sources have expressed interest in this requirement. The contracting officer will determine fair and reasonable cost using FAR **** techniques. The DOD will evaluate the outcomes of this effort to foster competition for similar requirements in the future.

The State of Tennessee is seeking bids for two RV-style mobile offices for the Department of Corrections. The deadline for submitting bids is May 23, 2025, at 8:00 AM Central Time. A pre-response conference is scheduled for April 15, 2025, at 9:30 AM Central Time on Microsoft Teams. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Revenue for sales and use tax, or provide an exemption. Bidders must also list their company's contact person and complete an attached form regarding diversity business participation. Failure to register with the Secretary of State's office within seven business days of the notice will result in bid rejection. Bidders must also answer questions regarding debarment, fraud convictions, and prior public transaction terminations. The bid offer must expire within 30 days of the bid closing date. The State has 60 days to accept the bid if a minimum period is not stated. All submitted information becomes the property of the State. The supplier agrees to update information electronically through the supplier portal or by mail to the Department of Finance and Administration. The bid includes specifications and a vendor list. The delivery location is the surplus property warehouse at **** Centennial Blvd, Nashville, TN 372091199. The deadline for delivery is April 8, 2025.

The solicitation is for a service contract to provide armored car services for the Louisiana Department of Revenue for an initial 1-year period, starting July 1, 2025, or the award date, whichever is later, and ending June 30, 2026. The contract may be renewed for two additional 12-month periods at the same prices and conditions, with a maximum contract term of 36 months. Bidders must be registered in the LA. gov system. Responses must be received by **** 02:00 PM CST. The method of award is all or none to the overall lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specifications. The state reserves the right to reject individual line items from the award. Bid prices must be typed, written in ink, or submitted online. All bid information must be in ink, typewritten, or submitted online. Bidders must include a W9 form if newly registered. All attachments must be printed and reviewed. Bids must be submitted online via the link provided in the invitation. Additional documents are required (Attachment A, B, and C). Payment is due within 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. The bid must be manually signed in ink or submitted online. All applicable taxes must be included in the bid price. The state is exempt from all state and local sales and use taxes. All products must be new, never previously used, and the current model and/or packaging. The manufacturer's standard warranty will apply unless otherwise specified. The state of Louisiana has the right to terminate the contract for various reasons, including misrepresentation, fraud, or breach of contract. Failure to deliver within the specified time or to provide services as specified will constitute a default. In case of conflict between instructions to bidders or standard conditions and special terms and conditions, the special terms and conditions shall govern.