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New Mexico State University is seeking bids for the procurement of electronic equipment, components, parts, and accessories (Commodity Code 28700) to support university research and computing needs. The solicitation is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) with a brand‑name preference and an early‑closure clause that may allow the award to be made at least 15 days after opening if the items are deemed urgent. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Pistol Pete’s (SciQuest) bidding system, and all questions must be posted to the Q&A board by the deadline. Preference will be given to resident‑business, veteran‑business, and Native‑American‑resident business vendors, which receive cost reductions. The bid package includes a detailed parts list (AMAX server and storage configurations) and standard NMSU terms and conditions. • Commodity Code 28700 – electronic equipment, components, parts, accessories (Class 730). • Mandatory electronic submission via Pistol Pete’s system; no paper bids accepted. • Key deadlines: Questions due 10 Oct 2026 5 PM, submission deadline 21 Oct 2026 2 PM MDT. • Early‑closure possible 15 days after opening; brand‑name preference required. • Preference discounts: 8 % for resident/N‑American businesses, 10 % for resident veteran/N‑American veteran businesses (≤ $6 M revenue).