Miami-Dade County Public Schools Cohesity Maintenance ITB-25-017-DF 2026
Dade County School DistrictSchool · Miami, FL- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Doneal Ford
- (305) 995-2323
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida (M-DCPS) is soliciting bids for the comprehensive maintenance of Cohesity licenses under ITB-25-017-DF. Cohesity Enterprise is utilized for system and data backup/restoration within the ITS/SBAB computer environments, supporting mission-critical applications like SAP, Budget, and Gradebook. The scope includes direct Cohesity-backed premium support, license management, software updates, patches, bug fixes, and the ability to add licenses or capacity for future growth. Bidders must be authorized Cohesity Gold/Platinum Partners or higher. The contract term is three years with two one-year renewal options. Bids are due electronically via Euna OpenBids by September 24, 2026. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 1, 2026, and a virtual bid opening will occur on the due date.
Cohesity-backed premium support, Software updates, License management, Audit reports
Lowest cost, submission of all required documentation, compliance with conditions
SUMMARY
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida (M-DCPS) is soliciting bids for the comprehensive maintenance of Cohesity licenses under ITB-25-017-DF. Cohesity Enterprise is utilized for system and data backup/restoration within the ITS/SBAB computer environments, supporting mission-critical applications like SAP, Budget, and Gradebook.
The scope includes direct Cohesity-backed premium support, license management, software updates, patches, bug fixes, and the ability to add licenses or capacity for future growth. Bidders must be authorized Cohesity Gold/Platinum Partners or higher. The contract term is three years with two one-year renewal options. Bids are due electronically via Euna OpenBids by September 24, 2026. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 1, 2026, and a virtual bid opening will occur on the due date.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest cost
- Submission of all required documentation
- Compliance with conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Cohesity-backed premium support
- Software updates
- License management
- Audit reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bidder Qualification Form, Cover Page, Statement of No Bid, Acknowledgement of Amendments, Conflict of Interest, Debarment, Bidder's Preference, Drug-Free Workplace, Local Business Affidavit of Eligibility, Anti-Collusion Statement, Bidder Experience, Submitted Bid Document Verification Form, Florida Statutes on Public Entity Crimes, Bid Opening Instructions, Registration Instructions for Euna OpenBids, Statement of Intent to Perform as a Certified Subcontractor/Subconsultant, Certification of Compliance 6465, Foreign Country of Concern Attestation, Vendor Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services
- Submit to
- Electronic via Euna OpenBids (formerly DemandStar)
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Miami, Florida
- Reported agency
- The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this ITB from Dade County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 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: Electronic via Euna OpenBids (formerly DemandStar). For questions, contact Doneal Ford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Dade County School District in FL, 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 ITB 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 Doneal Ford at (305) 995-2323. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cohesity-backed premium support, Software updates, License management, Audit reports. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest cost, submission of all required documentation, compliance with conditions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dade County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Dade County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dade County School District 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 ITB?
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: Bidder Qualification Form, Cover Page, Statement of No Bid, Acknowledgement of Amendments, Conflict of Interest, Debarment, Bidder's Preference, Drug-Free Workplace, Local Business Affidavit of Eligib. Review the full document from Dade County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Miami, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.