City of Columbus RFQ033627 - INF - 2601 Brocade 300 Switches Maintenance 26-27
City of ColumbusCity · Columbus, OH- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
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SUMMARY
The City of Columbus, on behalf of the Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk of Court, is soliciting bids under RFQ033627 for 3rd party maintenance services for two Brocade 300 switches (Dell Service Tags 5NPZJN1 and 9QPZJN1).
The required service level is 24x7x4 hardware support, including a 4-hour response time, onsite field engineer availability, and 24x7x365 telephone support. The maintenance period runs from October 5, 2026, to October 4, 2027. All replacement parts must be Brocade 300 compatible, and shipping costs must be included in the bid. Bids are due by September 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Electronic Q&A
- Submit to
- 375 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215 USA
- Scope location
- Columbus, OH
- Reported agency
- City of Columbus, Municipal Court
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Columbus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 375 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215 USA.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbus in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Electronic Q&A. Review the full document from City of Columbus for the complete list.
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