Opportunity
University of Massachusetts SCIQuest #UMass-2026-1028
UMass System Seeks Value-Added Resellers for IT Products and Services
Posted
March 26, 2026
Respond By
April 23, 2026
Identifier
UMass-2026-1028
NAICS
423430
This opportunity invites qualified Value-Added Resellers (VARs) to partner with the University of Massachusetts (UMass) System to supply a wide range of IT products and services across all UMass campuses. - Government Buyer: - University of Massachusetts System, including Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth, Lowell, Worcester, and the President's Office - Products/Services Requested: - Broad portfolio of IT products and services (see Attachment G for details) - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mandated; open to all qualified VARs - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include technical responses, firm qualifications, project approach, and fixed fee proposals for each task - Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEIA) practices - Mandatory electronic submission via Jaggaer BuyWays Event Portal - Multi-stage procurement process possible (e.g., Best and Final Offers, reverse auctions) - No guarantee of award or purchase volume; UMass may select only certain tasks or reject all proposals - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity is open to all qualified suppliers
Description
The University of Massachusetts (UMass) is seeking to establish strategic partnerships with multiple qualified Value-Added Resellers (VARs) to support its evolving technology and operational needs. This Request for Proposal (RFP) invites qualified suppliers to submit proposals demonstrating their capacity to provide quality IT products and services across the UMass system campuses. The procurement process includes submission of detailed technical proposals, firm qualifications, project approach, and fixed fee proposals. The contract will be awarded based on responsiveness, reliability, service quality, and alignment with UMass's diversity and inclusion values.