Cloud-based video streaming platform – Sandy Audio Visual, LLC

This is a single source posting notification; there are no solicitation documents for download. This posting is not a Request for Bid (RFB) nor Request for Proposal (RFP).

The Department of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), partnering with the Department of Department of Transportation (DOT), intend to enter into an agreement up to 24 mos. with Sandy Audio Visual, LLC for continued, uninterrupted use of IBM Video Service (Formerly Watson Media, Formerly IBM Cloud Video Streaming Manager; Formerly Enterprise Pro Broadcasting Service - Ustream).

IBM Video Service is a cloud-based video streaming platform engineered for seamless integration with MnDOT’s existing audiovisual infrastructure. To ensure optimal system performance, interoperability, and sustained compatibility, procurement of this service must be coordinated with associated hardware and software currently used by DOT. Sandy Audio Visual, LLC retains exclusive ownership, copy rights, trademark of their video streaming platform. The State believes these services are not available through third-party entities deeming this a sole source purchase.

If there are any concerns regarding this single source opportunity, please contact Rebecca Bley at rebecca.bley@state.mn.us prior to December 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM Central Time. Please include the reference number and title of the posting in the subject line. Or you may call the HelpLine at 651.296.2600 (MN Relay Service for persons with speech or hearing disabilities: 711 or 1.800.627.3529).