Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #ESU-218750078
SUNY Empire State University Solicits HCL Domino Collaboration Licenses or Equivalent
Posted
August 06, 2026
Respond By
August 27, 2026
Identifier
ESU-218750078
NAICS
511210
SUNY Empire State University is seeking software licenses for institutional collaboration and messaging platforms. - Government Buyer: - State University of New York (SUNY), Empire State University - Office of Procurement, led by Director Jessica Alojipan - OEMs and Vendors: - HCL Technologies (OEM for Domino and Lotus Notes) - Equivalent solutions from other OEMs are permitted - Products/Services Requested: - HCL Domino Complete Collaboration License + S&S (Subscription and Support) or equivalent - 6,294 licenses per year for three years (total: 18,882) - HCL Domino Complete Collaboration Authorized User or equivalent - 341 licenses per year for three years (total: 1,023) - Licenses must support both internal and external users for academic, administrative, and research purposes - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors may propose equivalent solutions (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace) but must demonstrate equivalency to HCL Domino/Notes - No specific part numbers mandated; SUNY Empire will determine equivalency - Immediate license provision required upon contract execution or purchase order - Maximum contract value up to $150,000 - No MWBE, SDVOB, or DBE goals - Open to both in-state and out-of-state vendors - Past similar procurements awarded to Insight Public Sector
Description
The State University of New York (SUNY), Empire State University, is seeking a responsive and responsible vendor to provide Lotus Notes Licenses or an equivalent product. The licenses will support institutional use by students, faculty, and staff for academic, administrative, and research purposes. The contract term is three years, and the award will be made under discretionary authority pursuant to NYS Education Law ยง355(5)(a), with a value up to $150,000. Vendors interested in responding must contact the designated procurement director within 15 business days of the advertisement notice.