Invitation for Bids

for

CENTRAL TEXASWORKFORCE AREA

Proposal DescriptionComputer Hardware/Software

Central Texas Workforce Board200 N. Main

Belton, Texas 76513(254) 939-3771

ISSUE DATE: March 26, 2005

RESPONSE DEADLINE: April 15, 2005 5:00 P.M. CST

Central Texas Workforce BoardInvitation for Bids

Instructions

The Central Texas Workforce Board, Belton, Texas will receive bids for:

Computer Hardware/Software

General InformationThe Central Texas Workforce Board(CTWB), administrative entity for it’s contractor, Central Texas Council of Governments(CTCOG) is soliciting bids for Computer Hardware/Software. CTWB serves the Central Texas Service Workforce Area consisting of the following counties: Bell, Coryell, Lampasas, Milam, Mills, Hamilton, and San Saba. The CTWB plans and oversees workforce programs under Federal and State funding sources.

The attached materials are provided to describe detailed activities which need to be completed for submission of a bid. Questions about the IFB may be sent via fax to: Mark Collier, (254) 939-3207 or email to: markc@workforcelink.com. Questions regarding the IFB must be received by 5:00 p.m. CST, April 8, 2005. If you would like a copy of the answers to the Q&A please contact Mark Collier. One original of the bid must be received by the CTWB by 5:00 p.m. CST on April 15, 2005.

Submission of BidsSealed bids shall be submitted to:

By MailCentral Texas Workforce BoardAttention: Mark CollierP.O. Box 450Belton, Texas 76513

Hand DeliveryCentral Texas Workforce BoardAttention: Mark Collier200 North MainBelton, Texas 76513

Emailmarkc@workforcelink.com

Bids submitted should be marked "Confidential Sealed Bid – Computer Hardware/Software". If you are serious about responding to this bid, please follow the submission procedures on page 6.

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Bid Selection Process

The bid evaluation will be performed by CTWB and CTCOG staff. However, the CTWB/CTCOG reserves the right to select an independent review team for the purpose of IFB evaluation should the need arise. The following considerations apply to the selection process:

1. All bids considered must be received on time and be responsive to the IFB instructions.

2. CTWB/CTCOG will base their selection on demonstrated competence and qualifications, including: Demonstrated Performance, Responsiveness to Bid, Reasonableness of Cost, and Schedule Design.

3. Bids may be submitted for all or a portion of the items shown in Exhibit B.

4. In accordance with the 73rd Texas Legislature, CTWB/CTCOG will make a good faith effort to award contracts to Historically Under Utilized Businesses (HUB's). It is the policy of this organization to pursue HUB business. However, the final decision as to the award of this contract will be contingent upon weighted evaluation criteria.

5. All bidders will receive notification of the contract award. A bidder who wishes to protest the decision will be required to notify the CTWB Complaint Officer, in writing, within fifteen (15) days from the date of the notification letter. The complainant letter must specify the nature of the protest and any desired remedies of action. The CTWB reserves the right to determine whether the protest is valid and merits further consideration.

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Bid Evaluation Criteria

The review and selection process will include the following criteria and value system:

Criteria ValueDemonstrated Performance 25

Responsiveness to Bid 25

Reasonableness of Cost 35

Schedule Design 15

Demonstrated Performance:This criterion examines the demonstrated ability of the bidder to deliver quality products in a timely manner. Three references will be required.

Responsiveness to Bid:This criterion examines the extent to which the minimum requirements of the IFB were complied with.

Reasonableness of Cost:This criterion examines the cost of the Computer Hardware/Software being purchased.

Schedule Design:This criterion examines the ability to perform all duties and responsibilities in a professional manner. Normal delivery dates should be stated in the bid.

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Bid Conditions

1. CTWB/CTCOG reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids submitted.

2. CTWB/CTCOG is exempt by law from payment of Texas Sales Tax and Federal Excise Tax.

3. This IFB does not commit CTWB/CTCOG to pay for any cost incurred prior to the execution of any contract. All contracts are contingent upon availability of funds from the U.S. Department of Labor and/or Texas Workforce Commission.

4. The intent of this IFB is to identify the various contract alternatives and estimates of costs for the items solicited. CTWB/CTCOG is under no legal requirement to execute a contract from any bid submitted.

5. The bid must contain a list of three (3) references where like services have been performed within the preceding twelve (12) months. Include the name of the business or governmental entity, address, telephone number, and contact person.

6. Bidders shall not make contact with, or make offers of gratuities or favors, to any officer, employee, member of the CTWB/CTCOG, or any subcontractor employees of the CTWB/CTCOG. Contact for technical assistance is allowed with the IFB contact person (see pg. 2). Violation of this instruction will result in immediate rejection of the bid.

7. CTWB/CTCOG specifically reserves the right to vary the provisions set herein anytime prior to the execution of the contract where such variance is deemed to be in the best interest of the CTWB/CTCOG.

8. All bids and their accompanying attachments will become property of CTWB/CTCOG after submission and materials will not be returned.

9. Only new, unused, first quality material shall be supplied under this Invitation for Bid. Design, strength, and quality of materials and workmanship must conform to the highest standards.

10. The contents of a successful bid may become contractual obligations, if a contract is awarded. Failure of the bidder to accept those obligations may result in the cancellation of the bid for selection. The contents and requirements of this IFB may be incorporated into any legally binding and duly negotiated contract between CTCOG and the selected vendor(s).

11. CTCOG reserves the right to select and/or contract with more than one vendor from the bids submitted.

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Order of Submission

All bids submitted must be in the following order:

Exhibit A - Proposal Summary Form.

Exhibit B - Specifications sheets on all supplies bid in Exhibit B. If you do not have any variance from the specifications in the proposal, then please make a notation there is not a variance from any of the brands or models that were given in the proposal. The evaluation team will make no assumptions. The evaluation team expects to be able to know what you are bidding.

Exhibit C - The proposed costs shall be submitted on the form provided. If no bid, please leave blank. Do not send in a budget on another form. Exhibit C is a Microsoft excel file, you may enter your unit cost and the form will add everything for you. An electronic copy of the entire IFB is available online at www.workforcelink.com or email Mark Collier at markc@workforcelink.com.

Exhibit D - Certification Form

Exhibit E - Delivery Schedule - Please submit a proposed delivery schedule for each product

Exhibit F – If you have never conducted business with the CTWB, it is encouraged to submit some information showing your ability as a company to provide goods or services to customers. Please include at a minimum a list of three (3) references where like services have been performed within the preceding twelve (12) months. Include the name of the business or governmental entity, address, telephone number, and contact person.

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EXHIBIT A

CENTRAL TEXAS WORKFORCE BOARD

PROPOSAL SUMMARY FORM

FOR

COMPUTER HARDWARE/SOFTWARE, AND/OR COMPUTER SERVICES AND/OR COMPUTER LABOR

Company Name

Company Address, City, State & Zip Code

Contact Name & Phone Number

Contact Email Address

Authorized Signature

Printed Name

Date

Proposal Offer is Valid Until

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EXHIBIT B

The specifications given in Exhibit B are for vendors to have a general idea of the type and quality of product we are intending to purchase. Any brand names, model numbers or company specific information is only used for vendors to have a clear understanding of our intent. The Central Texas Workforce has many different brands of equipment in production.

PLEASE submit your specifications of your proposal in this section. If you do not have any variance from the specifications in the proposal, then please make a notation there is not a variance from any of the brands or models that were given in the proposal. The evaluation team will make no assumptions.

Below is the shipping address where the hardware/software must be delivered for products or services noted in Exhibit B.

Central Texas Workforce CentersATTN: Terry Gearhart300 Cheyenne DriveKilleen, TX 76542

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Exhibit #: B1

Description: Small-Form-Factor Desktop Personal Computer

Quantity: 97 Each

Specifications: All specifications are stated as minimum requirements. Equivalent or higher performance product may be bid. Any changes will be weighed as cost verses advantage.

Description SpecificationProcessor AMD Athlon XP3200+ 400FSB w/QuantiSpeed

Architecture (or equivalent Intel processor)Case Small Form Factor / Low Case Profile (Case dimensions

must be specified in bid)o Provision for CPU case side stand

Drive Bays 2 Drive Bays (1 – 3.5” , and 1 – 5.25” front bay options)

Power Supply 200 Watt minimumPorts 1 – PS/2 / Keyboard

1 – PS/2 / Mouse4 – USB 2.0 (minimum) (2 – Front; 2 – Rear)1 – Video (On-board)Audio Ports for Mic, Input, and Output1 – Parallel Port (Bi-directional, ECP/EPP Support)

Disk Drives 1 – 1.44MB 3.5” Floppy Drive1 – 16x (max) DVD ROM Drive

Hard Drive 1 – 40GB Ultra ATA/133 (7200 RPM)Internal Motherboard Options 3 – PCI Slots (minimum)

1 – AGP –or– PCI Express Slot2 – Memory Slots

Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional EditionMemory 512MB DDR 400MHz PC3200 Non-ECC (512x1)

(memory type and speed should be performance matched to processor /system)

Video Card ATI Radeon 9200 / 128MB / AGP 8X / VGA / DVI / TV Out / Video Card (or equivalent)

Ethernet NIC Intel Gigabit Pro/1000 MT Desktop Adapter (or equivalent)

Keyboard PS/2 104 Key (Color matched to system)Mouse Logitech (2-button) Optical Wheel Mouse (or

equivalent)Speakers No Speakers RequiredSurge Protector APC Professional SurgeArrest 8 Outlet w/Tel-2

120V Part Number : PRO8T2Warranty 1 Year (Parts / Labor)

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Exhibit #: B2

Description: Dell 1703 FP Flat Panel Monitor or equivalent product meeting same performance and specifications

Quantity: 97

Specifications: (See Below)

Diagonal Size: 17"Viewable Size: 17"Display Type: Flat panel display/TFT active matrix - desktopDepth: With Stand: 9” MaximumWidth: With Stand: 15” MaximumFeatures: Height Adjustable StandUSB ports: (1 upstream, 4 downstream) Note: Not required, but desirableImage Max H-View Angle: ± 85° (typical)Image Max V-View Angle: ± 85° (typical)Analog Video Format: RGBCompliant Standards: Plug-and-play, ENERGY STAR®Connectivity Technology: CableDigital Video Format: Digital DVI-D TMDSDot Pitch: 0.264 mmFactory PresetResolution Modes: 640x480 @ 75 Hz, 800x600 @ 60.3 Hz, 800x600 @ 75 Hz, 1024x768 @

60 Hz, 1024x768 @ 75 Hz, 1152x864 @ 75 Hz, 1280x1024 @ 60 Hz, 1280x1024 @ 75 Hz

Image Brightness: 250 cd/m2 (typical)Image Contrast Ratio: 600:1Max Resolution: 1280x1024 Pixels (Native Resolution)Max Sync Rate (V x H): 76 Hz x 80 kHzOn-Screen Controls: Brightness/Contrast, Horizontal/Vertical Positioning, Image Settings,

Color Settings, OSD Settings, Language, Audio, Factory ResetConnections: 1 x 15-pin D-Sub, 1 x 24-pin DVI-DPower: 90 to 264 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz ±3 Hz / 2.0 A (Max.)Power Consumption(Operational): (Normal operation) 70 W (maximum), 55 W (typical)Active-off mode: Less than 3 WVoltage Required: 90 to 264 VACLanguages: English, SpanishCompatibility: PC

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Exhibit #: B3

Description: HP Compaq Business Notebook nc6000 w/64MB VRAM (or equivalent product meeting or exceeding same performance / size / weight / specifications)

Quantity: 1

Specifications:

o Base Unit: HP Compaq Business Notebook nc6000 w/64MB VRAMo OS: Microsoft® Windows® XP Professionalo Form Factor: Thin and light designo Processor: Intel® Pentium® M processor 755 (2.0 GHz)o Display: 14.1 inch SXGA+ panelo Hard Drive: 60GB SMART (7200 RPM) Hard Driveo Memory: 1024MB (333 MHz) DDR / 2 - DIMMo Pointing Device: Dual pointing devices (touch pad & point stick)o Multibay Device: MultiBay DVD +/- RW dual format driveo Battery: Primary battery (8-cell)o Network: Ethernet 10/100/1000 NICo Modem: 56K V.92 modemo Wireless: HP WLAN MiniPCI 802.11a/b/g Cardo Wireless: Integrated Bluetooth moduleo Warranty: 3 Year limited, 3-3-0 (labor, parts, onsite)o Docking: Port Replicator w/gigabit

o Optional Battery:2nd (8-cell) batteryo Optional Power: AC adapter w/ power cord 90Wo Optional Power: 65W AC adapter w/ power cordo Optional Input 2: Wireless keyboard & mouseo Option 1: External MultiBay (USB 2.0)o Option 2: MultiBay floppy driveo Option 3: MultiBay 80GB Hard disk driveo Option 4: Single Battery Charger

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Exhibit #: B4

Description: Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 4350tn laser printer (Government Edition) or equivalent

Quantity: 3

Specifications:

Product: Q5408A#AK2HP LaserJet 4350tn printer (Government edition)

In the Box: Power cord, control panel overlay, print cartridge, software and documentation, Getting Started Guide, support flyer, HP Jetdirect Fast

Ethernet embedded print server, additional 500-sheet input paper tray

Print speed: Up to 55 ppm

Duty cycle: Up to 250,000 pages per month

Paper trays: 1 - 100-sheet multipurpose tray2 - 500-sheet input trays

InputCapacity: 1100/3100 (std/max)

Media Sizes: Letter, legal, executive, statement, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch)

Memory: 80 MB/512 MB (std/max)

Print quality: 1200 x 1200

Optional paper-handling accessories to be included:1 - HP 1500-sheet high-capacity input tray

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Exhibit #: B5

Description: Hewlett-Packard Color LaserJet 4650dn or equivalent

Quantity: 1

Specifications:

Product: Q3670A#ABA HP Color LaserJet 4650dn printer

Print speed, black: Up to 22 ppm

Print speed, color: Up to 22 ppm

Duty cycle: Up to 85,000 pages per month

Paper trays (std/max): 2/4

Input capacity (std/max): 600 / 1600

Output capacity (std/max): 250 / 250

Media sizes: Letter, legal, executive, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch)

Memory (std/max): 160 MB/544 MB

Connectivity,Standard: Bidirectional IEEE-1284-C parallel port, USB 1.1 port, HP Jetdirect 620n Fast Ethernet internal print server, 2 open EIO slots

Print quality, Color: ImageREt 3600

Optional paper-handling accessories to be included:

1 – 500 Sheet Input Tray

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Exhibit #: B6

Description: HP LaserJet 4345xs mfp (or equivalent meeting noted specifications)

Quantity: 8

Required Specifications:

Specification RequirementProduct: Q3944A#201 HP LaserJet 4345xs mfp (gov’t ed)All-in-One functions: Black-and-white printing, black-and-white copying, color

scanning, analog faxing, digital sending, output stacking, output stapling

Print speed, black: Up to 45 ppmPrint quality, black: 1200 x 1200 dpi (with HP FastRes 1200)Duty cycle: Up to 200,000 pages per monthPaper trays (std/max): 3/5ADF capacity: Standard, 50 sheetsInput capacity (std/max): 1100 / 2100Output capacity (std/max): Up to 500 (or 15 packets of 30 pages stapled); Up to 700 (with 3-

bin mailbox); Up to 500 (with stapler/stacker)Media sizes: Letter, legal, executive, statement, 8.5 x 13 in, #10 envelopsCopy speed: Up to 45 cpm, blackCopy resolution: 600 x 600 dpiFax speed: Standard analog fax accessory: Up to 33.6 kbpsFax resolution: Standard analog fax accessory: 300 x 300 dpiColor scanning: YesScan resolution: 600 x 600 dpiDigital sending: Embedded scan to e-mail (Microsoft Active Directory)Processor: 533 MHzMemory (std/max): 256 MB/512 MBHard drive: 20 GB HP High-performance embedded hard diskConnectivity, standard: Bidirectional IEEE-1284-B compliant parallel port, 1 available EIO

slot, HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print Server; Jetlink port for third-party paper handling solutions, Foreign Interface Harness (FIH) connector, RJ-11 fax interface port

Paper-Handling accessories:

100-sheet multipurpose tray, two 500-sheet input trays, 50-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF), and automatic two-sided printing accessory, 30-sheet stapler/500-sheet stacker, MFP stand

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Exhibit #: B7

Description: Enterprise Class Wireless Access Point & Accessories (Hewlett-Packard ProCurve Networking Wireless Access Point 520wl) (or equivalent product and accessories)

Quantity: See Below

Specifications:

Qty 4 each - ProCurve Wireless Access Point 520wl (J8133A)

Qty 4 each - ProCurve Wireless 802.11g Access Point Card 170wl 11 CH (J8432A)

Qty 4 each - ProCurve Wireless Range Extender Antenna 100wl (J8134A) w/ 2.5-dBi indoor omni directional antenna.

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Exhibit #: B8

Description: ProLiant ML570 G2 Intel® Xeon™ Processor MP 2.20GHz/2MB, 1GB (1P) - Tower Model (or equivalent)

Quantity: 1 each (server as specified with sub-component quantities noted below)

Specifications: (See Below)

Base Server: Proliant ML580 Intel Xeon Processor MP 2.20GHz/2MB; 1 GB (Tower Server)

Processors: Intel® Xeon™ Processors MP 2.20GHz/2MB – Standard

OptionalProcessors: Quantity 3

Intel® Xeon™ Processor MP 2.20GHz/2MB - Option Kits

Memory: 3GB Base Memory (6x512)

Drive Cage: Quantity 2Standard 6x1" Drive Cage (Holds Up to 12 total of 1" Hard Drives)

DriveController: Integrated Dual Wide-Ultra 3 Controller

(2nd) DriveController: HP Smart Array 6402/128 Controller (RAID)

Disk Drives: Quantity 6 36.4GB Pluggable Ultra320 SCSI 15,000 rpm Universal Hard Drive (1")

EthernetController: NC3163 Fast Ethernet 10/100 WOL PCI

PowerSupply: Redundant 600W Hot Pluggable Power Supplies (2 standard)

Redundant PowerSupply: 600W Hot Plug Redundant Power Supply (1 additional)

Floppy Drive: 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive

CD Drive: 48X Tray Load CD ROM Drive

Other: SmartStart & Insight ManagerWarranty - 3 year next business day onsite

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Exhibit #: B9

Description: HP Compaq Business Notebook nc8000 (or equivalent laptop meeting below noted specifications)

Quantity: 17

Specifications & Requirements:

Description SpecificationProduct: HP Compaq nc8000Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP ProfessionalProcessor: Intel® Pentium® M processor 755(2.00GHz)Memory: DC809B 1 GB Memory Upgrade (333MHz) DDR (1

DIMM)Hard Drives: 60GB 5400 RPM hard driveDisplay: 15-inch TFT SXGA+ WVA displayCD-ROM/DVD: 24X DVD/CD-RW (fixed)Modem: Integrated high speed v.92 56K modemNetwork Card: Integrated 10/100/1000 NICBattery: 8-Cell li-ion batteryWireless Hardware: Intel® Pro Wireless 2200 Network Connection

(802.11bg)Additional Wireless & Communications:

Integrated Bluetooth

Keyboard: Keyboard with dual pointing devicesAdditional Optional Battery (MultiBay):

DC889A MultiBay 8-cell battery

Additional Optional Primary Battery:

DG105A 8-cell li-ion primary battery

Additional OptionalAC Adapter:

DC895B#ABA 90W AC Adapter

Weight: Not to exceed 7 lbs.Dimensions: Desired dimensions should be 12.80w x 10.80d x

1.60h

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Exhibit #: B10

Description: HP 20-User Notebook Storage Cart / MFG #DC847A (or equivalent product meeting specification noted below)

Quantity: 1

Specifications:

The 20-user cart should enable storage of up to 20 notebook computers, power accessories and a wireless access point. The cart should feature reinforced steel doors with a two-point keyed locking system for enhanced security, and include integrated power management (UL compliant standards and UL approved).

Product Description:HP Notebook Storage Cart 20-User - notebook storage cart

Product Type: Notebook storage cart

Product Material: Steel

Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime warranty

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Exhibit #: B11

Description: APC Smart-UPS RT 7500VA with 208V to 120V Step-Down Transformer OR Equivalent meeting noted specifications

Quantity: 1

Specifications: APC Smart-UPS RT 7500VA 208V w/ 208V to 120V Step-Down Transformer Ships With: CD with software, Service Manual, Smart UPS signaling RS-232 cable, User Manual, Web/SNMP Management Card.

1 APC Smart-UPS RT 7500VA 208V w/ 208V to 120V Step-Down Transformer

SURT7500XLT-1TF3

4 APC Smart-UPS RT 192V Battery Pack SURT192XLBP1 Hard Wire 3-wire (2PH + G),(8)NEMA 5-20R,

(1)NEMA L14-30R,(4)NEMA L6-20R,(2)NEMA L6-30R

Included

1 UPS Network Management Card w/ Environmental Monitoring

Included

1 2 years warranty repair or replace Included

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Exhibit #: B12

Description: APC Rack-Mount 2U 208V to 120V Step-Down Transformer (Black) OR Equivalent product meeting noted specifications

Quantity: 1

Specifications:

APC Step-Down Transformer RM 2U 208V In 120V Out Black APC Step-Down Transformer, Input: 208V, Input Connection Type: NEMA L6-30P, Cord Length: 3 feet (0.91 meters), Output Connections: NEMA 5-20R. Includes: Rack Mounting Brackets, User Manual

Part Number:SUTF2

Other Technical Information:Maximum Total Current Draw per Phase 24Output Connections (12) NEMA 5-20RAlways on Outlets 12

Nominal input voltage 208VInput Connection Type NEMA L6-30P

Cord Length 3 feet (0.91 meters)

Maximum Line Current per phase 24 AMaximum Input Current per phase 30 ALoad Capacity 5000 VA

Color Black

Standard warranty 2 years repair or replace

Notes: Must fit in 4-post 19” rack.

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Exhibit #: B13

Description: HP iPAQ hx2700 Pocket PC series (FA301A) -or- equivalent product meeting noted specifications and accessories

Quantity: 2

Specifications:

HP iPAQ hx2750 Pocket PC Intel® PXA270 Processor 624 MHz Integrated Biometric fingerprint reader Integrated Wi-Fi (802.11b)1 Integrated Bluetooth®1 wireless technology Integrated Compact Flash type II (CF) and Secure Digital (SDIO) slots HP ProtectTools secured by CREDANT Technologies security application2 3.5" transflective TFT QVGA with 64K color LED backlight display, landscape

and portrait display modes Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 2003 Second Edition software for Pocket PC Removable/rechargeable 1440 mAh battery Integrated Serial IR Protective plastic flip cover Pocket versions of familiar applications like Microsoft® Outlook®, Word and

Excel

Optional Accessories to be Included:hx2000 Extended Battery (2880mAh) / FA286AiPAQ USB Sync/Charg cable with auto adapter / F8Q2000QHPiPAQ A/C Power Adapter / FA130AiPAQ Cradle / FA260A512 MB SD Memory Card (for handhelds) / FA184A

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Exhibit #: B14

Description: Cisco WAN Equipment –or- equivalent product line meeting or exceeding noted specifications below

Trade-in Info: Additionally, the Central Texas Workforce Centers will be trading in end-of-life Cisco routers. They are as follows: 1-Cisco 4500, 4-Cisco 3640s, and 2-2501 routers. Additional information about the hardware configurations will be provided along with a Q&A response approximately two weeks after the initial RFB release.

Quantity: See below for product and quantities

Specifications:Part Number Product Description QuantityAIM-ATM High Performance ATM Advanced Integration Module 2AIM-ATM-4T1 4 port ATM IMA bundle 2CAB-AC Power Cord, 110V 13

CISCO28212821 w/ AC PWR, 2GE, 4HWICs, 3PVDM, 1NME-X, 2AIM,IP BASE, 64F/256D 6

CON-SNT-2821 SMARTNET 8X5XNBD 2821 w/ AC PWR, 2FE, 4HWI 6CISCO3825 3825 w/AC PWR, 2GE,1SFP, 2NME, 4HWIC, IP Base, 64F/256D 3CON-SNT-3825 SMARTNET 8X5XNBD 3825 w/AC PWR, 2GE, 1 3CON-SNT-PIX515FE SMARTNET 8X5XNBD Chassis, Unrstrictd SW, 6 FE prts,VAC 2CON-SNT-VPN3005 8x5xNBD Svc, Cisco VPN 3005 2CVPN3005-E/FE-BUN VPN3005: Chassis, 2FE, 200 user, client, SW, US PWR 2CVPN3005-SW-41-K9 VPN3005: SW 2MEM2800-256D-INC 256MB DDR DRAM Memory factory default for the Cisco 2800 6MEM2800-64CF-INC 64MB CF default for Cisco 2800 Series 6MEM3800-256D-INCL 256BM SDRAM default memory for 3800 3MEM3800-64CF-INCL 64MB Cisco 3800 Compact Flash Memory Default 3NM-4B-U 4-Port ISDN-BRI with NT-1 Network Module 3PIX-4FE-66 PIX 66-MHz four-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet int. card, RJ45 2PIX-515E-UR-FE-BUN PIX 515E-UR-FE Bundle (Chassis, Unrestricted SW, 6 FE,VAC+) 2PIX-515UR-SW PIX 515E Unrestricted (UR) feature license 2PIX-VAC-PLUS PIX 66-MHz DES/3DES/AES VPN Accelerator Card+ (VAC+) 2PIX-VPN-CLNT-K9 Cisco VPN Client Software (Windows, Linux, Solaris) 2PIX-VPN-DES PIX DES VPN/SSH/SSL encryption license 2PWR-2821-51-AC Cisco 2821/51 AC power supply 6PWR-3825-AC Cisco 3825 AC power supply 3ROUTER-SDM Device manager for routers 9S28NAISK9-12311T Cisco 2800 IOS ADVANCED IP SERVICES 2S28NIPB-12308T Cisco 2800 IOS IP BASE 4S382IPB-12311T Cisco 3825 IOS IP BASE 3SF-PIX-515-6.3 PIX v6.3 Software for the PIX 515E Chassis 2VWIC-2MFT-T1 2-Port RJ-48 Multiflex Trunk - T1 9WIC-1B-U-V2 1-Port ISDN BRI NT-1 WIC 4

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Exhibit #: B15

Description: DSc38uS Color Multi Function Printer(print/copy/fax/scan/scan to email) – or equivalent product line meeting or exceeding noted specifications below

Quantity: 1

Required Specifications:

Specification RequirementProduct: Color Laser PrinterTechnology Laser Beam scanning and Electro-Photographic printing and

dual-component toner developmentPrint speed, black: 38 ppmPrint quality, black: 600 x 600Print speed, color 28 ppmPrint quality, color 1200 x 600Duty cycle: 200,000 per monthPaper trays (std/max): 3 – 500 sheet traysADF capacity: 80 sheetsInput capacity (std/max): 1,600 sheetsOutput capacity (std/max): 500 standard and 2,500 with optional finisher(to be included)Media sizes: Minimum 3 ½ x 12…. Maximum 11 x 18Copy speed(b&w): 38 ppmCopy resolution(b&w): 600 x 600Copy speed(color): 28 ppmCopy resolution (color): 1200 x 600Auto Duplexing: yesFax speed: 33,600 bpsFax resolution: 200 x 200Fax Data Compression: MH, MMR and JBIGFax Document Memory: 32mb minimumFax Auto Dials: YesColor scanning: YesScan resolution: 200 dpiDigital sending: YesProcessor: 500 mhzMemory (std/max): Std 192 mbHard drive: YesConnectivity, standard: 10/100 base Ethernet, IEEE 1284 Compliant parallel Paper-Handling accessories:

Yes, SR770 finisher w/o optional hole punch

Software: Scan Router V2 proGlobal ScanDocument Mall

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Exhibit CBudget Sheet

(Double click on the below worksheet to input your pricing

For line items with no bid leave blank)

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EXHIBIT D

CERTIFICATIONREGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION,

INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION

LOWER TIER COVERED TRANSACTION

This certification is required by the regulations implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, 29 CFR Part 98, Section 98.510, Participant's Responsibilities. The regulations were published as Part Vii of the May 26, 1988, Federal Register (pages 19160-19211).

I. The prospective recipient of Federal assistance funds certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency.

II. Where the prospective recipient of Federal assistance funds is unable to certify to any statements in this certification, such prospective participants shall attach an explanation to this proposal.

Name of Authorized Representative Title

Signature Date

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EXHIBIT E

Please submit your delivery schedule here.

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EXHIBIT F

Please submit your company information and references here.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Central Texas Workforce Board(CTWB), administrative entity for its contractor, Central Texas Council of Governments(CTCOG) is soliciting bids for Computer Hardware/Software. CTWB serves the Central Texas Workforce Development Area consisting of the following counties: Bell, Coryell, Lampasas, Milam, Mills, Hamilton, and San Saba. The CTWB plans and oversees workforce programs under Federal and State funding sources.

Bid/proposal specifications may be obtained from the offices of CTWB by contacting Mark Collier at (254) 939-3771, ext. 3312 or at 200 North Main, P.O. Box 450, Belton, Texas 76513 or you may download a computer version of the IFB at http://www.workforcelink.com. (Invitation For Bids will be available for download online Saturday, March 26, 2005.)

Questions about the IFB may be sent via fax to: Mark Collier, (254) 939-3207 or email to: markc@workforcelink.com. Questions regarding the IFB must be received by 5:00 p.m. CST, April 8, 2005. If you would like a copy of the answers to the Q&A please contact Mark Collier. One original of the bid must be received by the CTWB by 5:00 p.m. CST on April 15, 2005.

The CTWB reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bid/proposals received as a result of this request, or to negotiate with all qualified vendors, or to cancel in part or in its entirety this Invitation for Bid, if it is in the best interest of the CTWB.

CTWB encourages historically underutilized businesses to request and respond to all Invitations for Bids.

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