County of San Mateo - Aruba Foundation and Advanced Care Renewal FY26-29 - 2027-IFB-00143
San Mateo County, San Mateo County, CA·County
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- Reported Agency
- County of San Mateo
- Primary Contact
- Jason Li · (650) 363-4548
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope Location
- Redwood City, CA
- Submission Address
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
SUMMARY
The County of San Mateo Technology Services Department (TSD) is seeking bids for the renewal of Aruba Foundation Care and Advanced Care support services, Aruba licenses, maintenance support, technical support, and timely updates for a 3-year term with three annual payments. Required subscription dates are 11/15/2026 to 11/14/2029. Bidders must be HPE Authorized Channel Partners with the required HPE certification level and must source all products from HPE or authorized channels. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026, at 1:00 pm via OpenGov, with questions due by October 14, 2026. Required submissions include a Pricing Bid Table, formal vendor quotation, W-9 tax form, active SAM.gov registration, and applicable certificates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost, conformity to specifications of goods, product availability, Total Bid Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing Bid Table, Formal Quotation, W-9 Tax Form, System Awards Management (SAM) Report, All Certificate(s) and/or License(s)
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov. For questions, contact Jason Li.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost, conformity to specifications of goods, product availability, Total Bid Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Mateo County 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Pricing Bid Table, Formal Quotation, W-9 Tax Form, System Awards Management (SAM) Report, All Certificate(s) and/or License(s). Review the full document from San Mateo County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo County 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 Jason Li at (650) 363-4548. 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: Redwood City, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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