Oracle Software Update License and Support Services

Invitation to Bid
Oracle Software Update License and Support Services
INSTRUCTIONS / GENERAL CONDITIONS
BID Number: 40016-20260820 DUE DATE/TIME: SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
1. The Bid is subject to the conditions stated herein and attached hereto, are hereby invited
and will be received at this office until the above noted due date and time for furnishing
the items and/or services as specified. BIDS MUST BE SIGNED.
2. ALL PRICES MUST BE FIRM AND ARE TO BE QUOTED AS COMPLETE.
3. Do not include State Sales Tax or Federal Excise Tax; same will be added if applicable.
4. The Agency reserves the right to award the order by individual items, related items, or by
total, whichever it deems to be in its best interest and the Agency also reserves the right to
reject any and all quotations and to waive informalities.
5. Contractor shall furnish LCTC with certificates of insurance effecting coverage(s)
required. The successful Bidder shall carry a minimum of $1 million of General Liability
insurance. The certificate(s) for the insurance policy are to be signed by a person authorized
by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. The certificate(s) are to be received and
approved by LCTC before work commences. LCTC reserves the right to require complete
certified copies of all required policies.
6. Bidders should be registered with the Louisiana Secretary of State and be in good standing.
7. Indemnity. Contractor agrees, upon receipt of written notice of a claim or action, to defend
the claim or action or to take other appropriate measures to indemnify, and hold harmless,
the LCTC, and its members, its officers, its agents and its employees from and against all
claims and actions for bodily injury, death or property damages cause by the fault of a

contractor, its officers, its agents, or its employees. Contractor is obligated to indemnify
only to the extent of the fault of the contractor, its officers, its agents, or its employees.
However, contractor shall have no obligation as set forth above with respect to any claim
or action from bodily injury, death or property damages arising out of the fault of the
LCTC, its members, its officers, its agents or its employees.
8. The purpose of this contract is to provide the specified services. The terms and conditions
of this specification are incorporated into and an essential part of the services. The
contractor shall perform all services in a safe manner, in a manner to conform to the
highest standard of good trade practices, in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations and in accordance with manufacturer's performance specifications.
9. By accepting a purchase order resulting from this Invitation to Bid, non-resident firms
certify they have paid all taxes duly assessed by the State of Louisiana and its political
subdivisions, including franchise taxes, privilege taxes, sales taxes, and all other taxes for
which they are liable, to the state and its political subdivisions.
10. Applicable Law. All contracts shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the
laws of the State of Louisiana.
11. If unable to quote, return only cover sheet marked "No Quote" with signature in order to
assure remaining on bidder's list.
12. Email inquiries may be directed to the mnardini@lctcs.edu with above quotation number
for reference.
13. Detailed Specifications follow below in Attachment 1.
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INVITATION TO BID
Oracle Software Update License and Support Services
The Louisiana Community and Technical College System ("LCTC") hereby invites bidders to
submit itemized bids for Oracle Software Update License and Support Services. To be given
consideration, Bidder must specify and guarantee they are the principal provider of goods and
services, and should disclose all sub-contractors, outside labor and third-party equipment provided
by others to complete the package of said goods and services. Bidder shall be registered with the
Louisiana Secretary of State and be in good standing. A tax identification number should be
provided in order for LCTC to confirm the contractor's status with the state. The successful bidder
shall also provide certification of adequate minimum coverage of $1 Million in General Liability
Insurance.
Schedule of Events for this Invitation to Bid
Action/Event Date & Time
ITB emailed to prospective bidders; posted to LaPAC and LCTC website August 20, 2026
September 10, 2026
Bid Due Date (Opening Date) (4:00 PM CST)
Notice of Intent to Award to be mailed September 10, 2026
Purchase Order Issued September 24, 2026
ALL BIDS ARE DUE TO LCTC BY 4:00PM CST SEPTEMBER 10, 2026. Bids should be
submitted to LCTC by email to:
mnardini@lctcs.edu
SERVICES SUMMARY:
In general, Bidders should assume the following particulars when preparing and submitting their
proposals.
1. Submit your bid in a fully itemized form using the form provided.
2. LCTC reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Thank you for your time.
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ATTACHMENT #1
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CSI Oracle Product Description / License Type Term Quantity Support Type
17631344 Oracle Database Enterprise Edition - Named 9/30/2026 to 9/29/2027 100 Software Update License & Support
User Plan Perpetual
17631344 Oracle Database Enterprise Edition - Processor 9/30/2026 to 9/29/2027 32 Software Update License & Support
Perpetual
17631344 Oracle Programmer - Named User Plus Perpetual 9/30/2026 to 9/29/2027 10 Software Update License & Support
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ATTACHMENT #2
BID FORM
CSI Oracle Product Description / Term Quantity Support Type Price Quote
License Type
17631344 Oracle Database Enterprise Edition 9/30/2026 to 100 Software Update License & Support
- Named User Plan Perpetual 9/29/2027
17631344 Oracle Database Enterprise Edition 9/30/2026 to 32 Software Update License & Support
- Processor Perpetual 9/29/2027
17631344 Oracle Programmer - Named User 9/30/2026 to 10 Software Update License & Support
Plus Perpetual 9/29/2027
TOTAL ANNUAL CHARGES - US DOLLARS
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