Request for Proposals (RFP) – Microsoft Enterprise Agreement - Licensing Solution Partner
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RFP Scope:
This RFP is for FCC to select a Licensing Solution Partner (LSP) for its Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA), which expires on February 28, 2019. The term of the engagement will be 3 years. The selected LSP will be a strategic partner to FCC for the procurement of Microsoft licenses and subscriptions and will provide Microsoft licensing guidance through value-add services as required. The LSP is to clearly demonstrate in their proposal how they will differentiate from their competition in adding value to FCC.
RFP Schedule:
RFP issue date: October 10th, 2018
Vendor questions accepted until: October 22nd at 12:00 PM (Noon)
RFP closing date and time: November 6, 2018 at 12:00 PM (Noon)
RFP Process Considerations
Vendors should note that:
this opportunity notice references a non-binding, competitive RFP, not a call for tenders. FCC is not obligated to proceed with the work described in the RFP scope, and may cancel the RFP at any time.
FCC’s procurement process allows for negotiation between FCC and one or more vendors, prior to awarding a contract.
Requesting the RFP Document:
Capable vendors who are interested in receiving a copy of the RFP document are to contact:
p••••••••@•••.ca
Note: Vendors do not receive the RFP document by registering for the list of interested suppliers (“LIS”) on buyandsell.ca. Vendors must request the RFP document through FCC’s designated RFP contact.