County of San Mateo - Request for Proposals for Quality Assurance Testing Services - 2027-RFP-00181
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Misty Hommerding
- (650) 599-4283
The 30-second brief
The County of San Mateo is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide quality assurance (QA), testing, and related consulting services on an as-needed basis for software and technology systems. Services will support County initiatives including SaaS implementation, integration, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance, as well as test strategies, test plans, test cases, scripts, test data, and functional, regression, integration, system, user acceptance (UAT), security, and performance testing. The contractor will handle defect management, validation, coordination, and status reporting. The contract term is 3 years. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 12:00 pm via the eProcurement system. A notice of interest deadline is set for October 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include organizational experience, qualifications of proposed personnel pool, and price, with local business preferences applicable.
Proposer's relevant organizational experience and demonstrated past performance (30%), Qualifications, depth and breadth of proposed personnel pool (45%), Price (25%)
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Summary
The County of San Mateo is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide quality assurance (QA), testing, and related consulting services on an as-needed basis for software and technology systems.
Services will support County initiatives including SaaS implementation, integration, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance, as well as test strategies, test plans, test cases, scripts, test data, and functional, regression, integration, system, user acceptance (UAT), security, and performance testing. The contractor will handle defect management, validation, coordination, and status reporting. The contract term is 3 years. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 12:00 pm via the eProcurement system. A notice of interest deadline is set for October 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include organizational experience, qualifications of proposed personnel pool, and price, with local business preferences applicable.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
- Scope location
- Redwood City, CA
- Reported agency
- County of San Mateo
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov. For questions, contact Misty Hommerding.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 RFP 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 Misty Hommerding at (650) 599-4283. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Proposer's relevant organizational experience and demonstrated past performance (30%), Qualifications, depth and breadth of proposed personnel pool (45%), Price (25%)" 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 November 13, 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 RFP?
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. Review the full document from San Mateo County for the complete list.
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.