issuance of this RFP, other employees and representatives of the agencies identified in the RFP will not answer questions or otherwise discuss the contents of this RFP with any prospective vendors or their representatives. Failure to observe this restriction may result in disqualification of any subsequent proposal per NAC 333.155(3). This restriction does not preclude discussions between affected parties for the purpose of conducting business unrelated to this procurement. Any vendor who believes proposal requirements or specifications are unnecessarily restrictive or limit competition may submit a request for administrative review, in writing, to the Purchasing Division. To be considered, a request for review must be received no later than the deadline for submission of questions. The Purchasing Division shall promptly respond in writing to each written review request, and where appropriate, issue all revisions, substitutions or clarifications through a written amendment to the RFP. Administrative review of technical or contractual requirements shall include the reason for the request, supported by factual information, and any proposed changes to the requirements. If a vendor changes any material RFP language, vendor’s response may be deemed non-responsive per NRS 333.311. PART IA – TECHNICAL PROPOSAL The technical proposal must include: One (1) original marked “MASTER”; and One (1) identical copy. The technical proposal must not include confidential technical information (refer to Section 9.3, Part IB, Confidential Technical) or cost and/or pricing information. Cost and/or pricing information contained in the technical proposal may cause the proposal to be rejected. Format and Content Tab I – Title Page The title page must include the following: Part IA – Technical Proposal RFP Title: Copiers, Printers and Related Devices
This section should also include any subcontractor proposed staff resumes, if applicable. Tab IX – Other Informational Material Vendors must include any other applicable reference material in this section clearly cross referenced with the proposal. PART IB – CONFIDENTIAL TECHNICAL PROPOSAL Vendors only need to submit Part IB if the proposal includes any confidential technical information (Refer to Attachment A, Confidentiality and Certification of Indemnification). The confidential technical proposal must include: One (1) original marked “MASTER”; and One (1) identical copy. Format and Content Tab I – Title Page The title page must include the following: Part IB – Confidential Technical Proposal RFP Title: Copiers, Printers and Related Devices RFP: 3091 Vendor Name: Address: Proposal Opening Date: August 20, 2014 Proposal Opening Time: 2:00 PM Tabs – Confidential Technical Vendors must have tabs in the confidential technical information that cross reference back to the technical proposal, as applicable. PART II – COST PROPOSAL
Do not restate the technical exceptions and/or assumptions on this form. The State will not accept additional exceptions and/or assumptions if submitted after the proposal submission deadline. If vendors do not specify any exceptions and/or assumptions in detail at time of proposal submission, the State will not consider any additional exceptions and/or assumptions during negotiations. PART III – CONFIDENTIAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION The confidential financial information part must include: One (1) original marked “MASTER”; and One (1) identical copy. Format and Content Tab I – Title Page The title page must include the following: Part III – Confidential Financial Information RFP Title: Copiers, Printers and Related Devices RFP: 3091 Vendor Name: Address: Proposal Opening Date: August 20, 2014 Proposal Opening Time: 2:00 PM Tab II – Financial Information and Documentation Vendors must place the information required per Section 4.1.11 in this tab. CONFIDENTIALITY OF PROPOSALS As a potential contractor of a public entity, vendors are advised that full disclosure is required by law.
PROPOSAL COMPONENT: PART III - CONFIDENTIAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION PROPOSAL OPENING DATE: August 20, 2014 PROPOSAL OPENING TIME: 2:00 PM FOR: Copiers, Printer and Related Devices VENDOR’S NAME: The CDs shall be submitted to the State in a sealed package and be clearly marked as follows: Shannon Berry State of Nevada, Purchasing Division RFP: 3091 PROPOSAL COMPONENT: CDs PROPOSAL OPENING DATE: August 20, 2014 PROPOSAL OPENING TIME: 2:00 PM FOR: Copiers, Printer and Related Devices VENDOR’S NAME: