Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018420

Minnesota Solicits Vendor-Managed Cloud eCommerce Platform for MINNCOR Industries

Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT), in partnership with the Department of Corrections and MINNCOR Industries, is seeking a vendor to provide a comprehensive, cloud-based eCommerce solution for MINNCOR's diverse product lines. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT), Procurement Division, in partnership with the Department of Corrections and MINNCOR Industries - Products/Services Requested: - Design, development, and implementation of a modern, secure, and scalable eCommerce platform - Integration with Epicor Kinetic ERP for real-time inventory, financial, and order management - Data migration of user accounts, order history, product catalogs, and customer profiles - Custom development for system modifications and API connectors - Comprehensive training, documentation, and a train-the-trainer program - Vendor-managed hosting, maintenance, support, and regular upgrades - Dedicated test/staging environment and compliance with state security protocols - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must support both B2B and B2C operations - Role-based access, supplier account management, and customizable customer interfaces - Robust backup, data retention, and accessibility compliance - Must meet Minnesota's diversity and inclusion procurement goals - Vendor is responsible for all aspects of the platform, including ongoing support and upgrades - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Attachments provide detailed solution requirements, cost structure, and sample contracts

Description

The Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT) in partnership with the Department of Corrections (DOC), MINNCOR Industries Division is seeking to implement a comprehensive, modern eCommerce solution. This platform must serve as a centralized hub for MINNCOR's entire product line, including office furniture, seating and upholstery, high-visibility clothing, and specialized manufacturing goods. The solution should be secure, flexible, and scalable, supporting the full life cycle of product management, ordering, fulfillment, and reporting for diverse inventory types. The State seeks a vendor-managed, cloud-based solution where the vendor will develop, implement, host, secure, and support the platform.

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