Honduras Issues Tender for Supply of Computers and Software

This International Competitive Tender will be created with World Bank funds, as part of the ‘Quality Education, Governance and Institutional Strengthening’ project.

The acquisition includes multiple copies of Microsoft software, firewalls, laptops, desktop computers, peripherals, UPS, HP hardware, servers, antivirus software, backup systems and switches as well as support services and related training.

The deadline for bids will be December 19, 2011, with the closing date for questions and clarification on December 9.

Source: CentralAmericaData.COM

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