County of Santa Barbara - Aruba Access Points - Bid 1860004 (2026)
Santa Barbara County, Santa Barbara County, CA·County
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- Reported Agency
- County of Santa Barbara
- Primary Contact
- Austin Venezia · (805) 568-2691
- Scope Location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- Submission Address
- https://www.countyofsb.org/1580/Bid-Opportunities
SUMMARY
The County of Santa Barbara Information Technology Department is seeking bids for new and unused Aruba Access Points, associated hardware mounts, software licenses, and support bundles under Bid 1860004. Required items include 35 units of Aruba AP-635 (US) Campus AP (R7J28A), 4 units of HPE Aruba Networking AP-MNT-MP10-U (S0J40A), 35 units of Aruba 1Y FC SW Lic Cntlr Bdle SVC (H2XW3E), and 35 units of Aruba Cntrlr Per AP Ent Lic Bundle E-LTU (JW471AAE). Electronic replies must be submitted via the Public Purchase website no later than October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, subject to a 6% local vendor preference.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience in subject industry, Expertise in subject industry, Understanding of needs and specifications, Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
35 of R7J28A Aruba AP-635 (US) Campus AP; 4 of S0J40A HPE Aruba Networking AP-MNT-MP10-U; 35 of H2XW3E Aruba 1Y FC SW Lic Cntlr Bdle SVC; 35 of JW471AAE Aruba Cntrlr Per AP Ent Lic Bundle E-LTU
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
References, Bidder Questionnaire, Specification & Quotation Worksheet
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Santa Barbara County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 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://www.countyofsb.org/1580/Bid-Opportunities. For questions, contact Austin Venezia.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience in subject industry, Expertise in subject industry, Understanding of needs and specifications, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Barbara County?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 9, 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: References, Bidder Questionnaire, Specification & Quotation Worksheet. Review the full document from Santa Barbara County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Santa Barbara 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 Austin Venezia at (805) 568-2691. 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: Santa Barbara, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 35 of R7J28A Aruba AP-635 (US) Campus AP; 4 of S0J40A HPE Aruba Networking AP-MNT-MP10-U; 35 of H2XW3E Aruba 1Y FC SW Lic Cntlr Bdle SVC; 35 of JW471AAE Aruba Cntrlr Per AP Ent Lic Bundle E-LTU. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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