MSDE Qualtrics License Renewal

Background

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is seeking to renew its Qualtrics license through this solicitation. The goal of the contract is to ensure continued access to Qualtrics software, which supports the agency's mission in education and data collection. This solicitation is limited to certified DoIT Master Contractors who have been awarded a contract under the Commercial Off-the-Shelf Software (COTS 2012) program.

Work Details

The contract involves the purchase of Qualtrics software licenses and associated services. Specifically, the following items are detailed: 1. DesignXM Additional Response Buckets (Part No. 510555-2): 50 licenses for a one-year term starting on June 13, 2026, allowing for up to 50,000 responses. The total price for this item is $90,172.90. The contractor must provide new and unused software, ensure that proposed software is virus-free, and furnish all necessary agreements and terms related to software usage. Additionally, compliance with accessibility standards as outlined in federal and state laws is required.

Period of Performance

The period of performance for this contract begins on June 13, 2026, and ends on June 12, 2027.

Place of Performance

The services will be performed at the Maryland State Department of Education located at 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must be certified DoIT Master Contractors under the COTS Software Master Contract. They are required to submit a Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the manufacturer if applicable and include a screenshot of the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) with their bid. Bidders must also ensure compliance with accessibility requirements as per federal and state laws.