81627Y0862-Sole Source with PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is issuing an RFI (EPIN 81627Y0862) seeking firms that can provide a five‑year “Toughbook as‑a‑Service” lease for 170 Panasonic Toughbook devices, including full delivery, configuration, maintenance, 48‑hour repair/replacement, and end‑of‑term de‑commissioning. The agency has set a maximum annual spend of $196,608.40 and a total ceiling of $983,042 for the five‑year period. Interested parties must submit an Expression of Interest by 8/31/2026. The contract will start on 4/1/2027 and run through 3/31/2032, with strict service‑level requirements and optional purchase at lease end. • Five‑year lease of Panasonic Toughbook FZ‑G2NZ‑10BM units (or approved upgrades) under a “TaaS” model. • Contractor must provide delivery, configuration, 48‑hour repair/replacement, warranty coverage, data security, and prepaid return shipping. • Financial caps: $196,608.40 per fiscal year, $983,042 total; quarterly payment limit $49,152.10. • Quantity can be adjusted with written approval; optional purchase option at lease end; strict 30‑day return window and 48‑hour repair SLA.