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Mainframe and Other Software

Mainframe and Other Software. Florida State Term Contract Mainframe and Other Software 252-500-09-1 July 22, 2013. Today’s Presenters. Colin Barton, Division of State Purchasing Contract Manager Mina Barekat, Division of State Purchasing Associate Category Manager.

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Mainframe and Other Software

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  1. Mainframe and Other Software Florida State Term ContractMainframe and Other Software252-500-09-1 July 22, 2013

  2. Today’s Presenters • Colin Barton, Division of State PurchasingContract Manager • Mina Barekat, Division of State Purchasing Associate Category Manager

  3. Mainframe and Other Software • Contract Details • Contract Vendors • Contract Description • Contract Benefits • Contract Pricing • What to Expect Using this Contract • How to use this Contract • Contract Scope • How to Order • Frequently Asked Questions • Question and Answer • Contact Information

  4. Contract Details Contract Number: 252-500-09-1Contract Type: State Term ContractContract Term: Four YearsContract Expiration Date: May 13, 2017

  5. Contract Details Commodity Codes:252-500, 252-030, 252-033, 252-035, 252-150, 252-260, 252-280, 252-300, 252-500, 252-590, 252-920, 252-925Object Code: 516000

  6. Contract Vendors Vendors:Resellers:Allen Systems Group (ASG) NoBMC Software, Inc. YesCA, Inc. YesCompuware Corporation NoHewlett-Packard Company (HP) No Information Builders, Inc. (IBI) NoInternational Business Machines Corp. (IBM) Yes Unisys Corporation No

  7. Contract Description This state term contract includes the purchase of mainframe software and the following software categories: • Application Development • Network and Systems Management • Application Integration and Middleware • Security software • Database Management Systems • Miscellaneous Software, and • Balance of Line

  8. Contract Description Additional services available under thiscontract include: warranty upgrade, software product and documentation updates, software training, manufacturer-providedcustomization and installation, and consulting services related to products sold under this contract.

  9. Contract Benefits Awarded vendors provide competitive pricing by offering a discount (11.6 – 70 percent) off manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP). Some vendors offer general services administration (GSA) pricing or better. Discounts/pricing remains firm as negotiated with each vendor.Vendors may offer additional discounts for large quantity orders.Toll-free access to customer service representatives.Wide product selection. (Many vendors offer their entire product line on this contract.)

  10. Contract Benefits Online reporting capabilities (for example, order tracking, usage reports). Prices are firm throughout the life of the contract. Maintenance and price decreases are tied to the producer price index (PPI) to keep current with the market. Includes the following value added services: installation, customization, consulting services, inventory management services, technical services and training. IBM prices are tied to GSA pricing. The State of Florida receives Level J or GV pricing, whichever is less.

  11. Contract Pricing Pricing Approach – While pricing was negotiated with each vendor, all vendors on contract provided a discount off MSRP or GSA pricing. All vendors have agreed to maintain the same price for the remaining four years of the contract with the exception of maintenance pricing, which may increase by no more than 3 percent each year. Many vendors offer increased savings for large orders.See each vendor’s proposal – provided as a link under each vendor’s name on the Florida Department of Management Service’s (DMS) contract and agreement website.

  12. What to Expect Using this Contract • Wide variety of software products • Tiered pricing • Customization assistance • No minimum order • Training upon request • Purchasing cards (PCards) accepted

  13. How to use this Contract

  14. How to use this Contract (cont’d)

  15. How to use this Contract (cont’d)

  16. How to use this Contract (cont’d)

  17. How to use this Contract (cont’d)

  18. Contract Scope Product Categories: • Application Development • Application Integration & Middleware • Database Management Systems • Network and Systems Management Software • Security Software • Miscellaneous Mainframe Software • Value Add • Balance of Line

  19. Contract Scope Subcategories • Application Generator • Requirements Management • Business Process Analysis • Database Design (Data Modeling) • Object Oriented Analysis & Design • Language Oriented Development Environments • Integrated Service Environments • Traditional Client-Server Application Development Tools http://www.dms.myflorida.com/mainframe and other software_product_categories

  20. Contract Scope (cont’d) Vendors that offer application development services: • CA, Inc. • Compuware Corporation (A) • International Business Machines Corp. (A) • Unisys Corporation (A)

  21. Contract Scope

  22. How to Order

  23. Frequently Asked Questions QuestionHow do I know where to submit an order to the contractor?AnswerVisit the contractors’ Web page under this state term contract to view a table of current contractors ordering instructions. This table contains the name, phone number, email address and remit to address of the contactor. QuestionIf I am placing a large order, can I get additional pricing discounts from the contractor?AnswerFor large single orders, the Division of State Purchasing encourages you to request additional discounts from the listed contract prices from the contractors. Although not required to provide additional discounts, contractors can pass on volume-based savings (for example, shipping and handling) to buyers under the terms of the contract.

  24. Frequently Asked Questions QuestionDoes the contractor accept purchasing cards (PCards)?AnswerYes, the contractor(s) accept PCards. QuestionDoes the contractor offer any early payment incentives?AnswerThe Division of State Purchasing has not negotiated early payment discounts as part of the standard terms and conditions of this contract. If you are interested and able to pay promptly, you should contact the contractor directly to see if they are willing to provide early payment discounts to you.

  25. Frequently Asked Questions QuestionWhat should I do if I have an issue with the contractor?AnswerIf you are unable to resolve an issue with a contractor, you can contact the contract administrator listed for the contract on our website to explore additional options. These options include: complete a vendor performance survey online to document the issue, work with DMS to elevate the issue with the contractor representatives, or submit a vendor complaint that requires a formal response from the contractor. QuestionWhom do I contact in the Division of State Purchasing for additional help on how to use this contract?AnswerIf you have a question after reviewing these FAQs, contact the contract administrator listed for the contract online for additional assistance.

  26. Frequently Asked Questions QuestionWhom do I contact if I can get better pricing than the pricing listed on this state term contract?AnswerThe Division of State Purchasing recommends you contact the contractor to see if they will match the lower price under this contract. If they will not match the price, you may contact the contract administrator listed for this state term contract online and provide pricing details. This feedback helps us understand the pricing competitiveness of this state term contract.

  27. Question and Answer Time for questions:Please use the webinar chat feature to submit your questions.

  28. Contact Information Mina BarekatMina.Barekat@dms.myflorida.com850-488-1985MyFloridaMarketPlacehttps://buyer.MyFloridaMarketPlace.com/Buyer/MainMyFloridaMarketPlaceBuyerHelp@MyFloridaMarketPlace.com1-866-352-3776

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