The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Division of Information Technology is conducting market research to shape its future enterprise laptop acquisition strategy. The agency seeks vendor input on traditional purchase, Device‑as‑a‑Service (DaaS), hybrid, and other commercial models for a fleet of at least 6,300 laptops (including AI‑enabled devices, docking stations, and wireless peripherals). Respondents must address refresh cycle timing, total cost of ownership comparisons, lifecycle management, deployment, warranty, and service considerations. The RFI also requests pricing tables and insights on mitigating budget spikes, supply‑chain risks, and transition logistics. Responses are limited to four PDF pages and must be submitted by 9 a.m. ET on Friday, October 2 2026, via email to the contracting officer. No award will be made from this RFI; the information will be used for future procurement planning.
• Scope: 6,300+ enterprise laptops (plus docks, keyboards, mice) with AI capabilities.
• Key focus areas: refresh cycles, TCO for purchase vs. DaaS vs. hybrid, provisioning, warranty, disposal, and managed‑service options.
• Deliverable: 4‑page PDF response (≤5 MB) by 9 a.m. ET, Oct 2 2026.
• Contact: Kervin Dupart (
[email protected]).
• No mandatory site visits or pre‑bid meetings.
• Outcome: Information will inform future RFP(s) or contract vehicles; no contract award from this RFI.