TN3270 Update Pilot

The State of Missouri’s Office of Administration – Information Technology Services Division is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a pilot program to procure TN3270 terminal emulation software. The solicitation is limited to two pre‑approved vendors (IBM and FlexSoftware) and will result in a one‑year blanket purchase agreement. Vendors must submit pricing for the specified software lines and may propose alternate solutions where allowed. • Scope: Provide TN3270 terminal emulation software (mainframe application) for state use. • Vendors: Restricted to IBM and FlexSoftware (no other suppliers). • Contract length: One year from award date, with a possible renewal at the agency’s discretion. • Submission window: Opens 2026‑09‑01 13:00 UTC, closes 2026‑09‑06 18:00 UTC. • Required deliverables: Completed solicitation document (OA ITSD 0000000032SL) with pricing; optional alternate line proposals. • Award: Not pre‑stated; contract will be awarded after bid evaluation. • Payment terms: Immediate upon award; currency USD. • Contact: Bradley Mealy, Buyer, email [email protected].