City of Pasadena - Cohesity C5035 and C6045 Maintenance and Support Renewal - 2026-IFB-MS-0405
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- Primary Contact
- Jirair Kaprelian · (626) 744-4005 ext 4734
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Scope Location
- Pasadena, CA
- Submission Address
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena
SUMMARY
Pasadena Water & Power (PWP) is seeking to renew maintenance and support for the existing Cohesity C5035 and C6045 appliances used for server backup and surveillance recordings. The renewal term will run from the date of renewal through June 9, 2029. Bids will be received via the City's eProcurement Portal prior to 2:00 pm, Monday, August 10, 2026. The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Monday, August 3, 2026, prior to 2:00 pm. Bidders must be authorized Cohesity resellers or partners at the time of bid submission.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Grand Total Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cohesity Dataprotect service subscription (1 TB), Premium (24x7) support for C5036-10G-SFP-4, Cohesity DataPlatform Standard Edition subscription [1TB], Premium [24x7] support for C6045-10G-SFP-1
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Form AA-1, Form AA-2, Declaration of Non-Collusion, Signature Page and Legal Status, Letter of Authorization from Cohesity
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Pasadena?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena. For questions, contact Jirair Kaprelian.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Grand Total Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Pasadena?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Pasadena are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Pasadena regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Form AA-1, Form AA-2, Declaration of Non-Collusion, Signature Page and Legal Status, Letter of Authorization from Cohesity. Review the full document from City of Pasadena for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Pasadena in CA, 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 Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jirair Kaprelian at (626) 744-4005 ext 4734. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pasadena, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cohesity Dataprotect service subscription (1 TB), Premium (24x7) support for C5036-10G-SFP-4, Cohesity DataPlatform Standard Edition subscription [1TB], Premium [24x7] support for C6045-10G-SFP-1. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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