IBM Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Request for Information (RFI)

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking information from potential sources for International Business Machines (IBM) Software and Services Special Options (SSSO) offerings. The agency intends to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to ensure the long-term sustainment and strategic expansion of its broad IBM portfolio. The BPA will serve as a foundational mechanism to enable secure, uninterrupted access to IBM software and tools and manage software licensing in a compliant and cost-effective manner. Some key points to consider: • NASA is looking for a vendor that can provide IBM Software Products and Programs, Subscription & Support (S&S) renewals, Expert Lab Services, and Remote Services. • The vendor should have an IBM Partner Certification of Platinum, Gold, or Silver and be able to establish or renew Enterprise License Agreements for IBM products and subscriptions. • The vendor should be able to provide a named dedicated Software License Specialist with at least 2 years of experience with IBM licensing metrics and compliance. • The vendor should be able to provide purchase reports with the data fields and formatting needed by NASA. • The vendor should be able to provide training materials to assist NASA in maintaining up-to-date information and receive expert guidance on navigating the uniqueness and complexity of license compliance of each IBM product.