Description
The State of West Virginia is soliciting a five‑year, all‑inclusive price for Dell Power Protect Backup Service with Advanced Ransomware Recovery Subscription (or equivalent). The contract is a Centralized Request for Quote (CRFQ) and will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Vendors must submit a lump‑sum price for the full term and comply with mandatory terms, insurance, and registration requirements.
• Service: Managed backup and ransomware recovery for state IT assets.
• Term: 5 years, with possible one‑year renewals (no automatic renewal).
• Delivery: Service provided remotely; no on‑site visit required.
• Submission deadline: 6 August 2026, 1:30 PM (bid opening).
• Questions due: 29 July 2026, 3:00 PM.
• Mandatory pre‑bid meeting: none.
• Required insurance: $1 M commercial general liability.
• Vendor must be registered with WV Purchasing Division and pay $125 registration fee if applicable.