San Antonio Water System H2OAKS Cisco Replacement Equipment RFQ 26-15026-5
San Antonio Water SystemUtility District · San Antonio, TX- Due
- Sep 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erika Gonzales
- (210) 233-3412
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is soliciting quotes for the replacement of Cisco equipment at the H2Oaks facility under RFQ 26-15026-5. The scope includes professional services for the physical installation, mounting, and securing of HPE server and storage hardware, structured cabling, and power connection to UPS. Technical requirements involve OS and virtualization configuration using VMware ESXi and vSphere, HPE Alletra setup, and network service configurations including static IP, DNS, and HPE iLO remote management. Vendors must be authorized Cisco resellers and have an active DIR contract. Quotes are due by September 2, 2026, and must include delivery/freight (F.O.B. Destination).
HPE server and storage hardware, Physical installation, OS and Virtualization Configuration, Network and Service Setup
Overall lowest qualified bid, base year and extensions considered
SUMMARY
The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is soliciting quotes for the replacement of Cisco equipment at the H2Oaks facility under RFQ 26-15026-5.
The scope includes professional services for the physical installation, mounting, and securing of HPE server and storage hardware, structured cabling, and power connection to UPS. Technical requirements involve OS and virtualization configuration using VMware ESXi and vSphere, HPE Alletra setup, and network service configurations including static IP, DNS, and HPE iLO remote management. Vendors must be authorized Cisco resellers and have an active DIR contract. Quotes are due by September 2, 2026, and must include delivery/freight (F.O.B. Destination).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall lowest qualified bid, base year and extensions considered
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- HPE server and storage hardware
- Physical installation
- OS and Virtualization Configuration
- Network and Service Setup
- Submit to
- 2800 US Highway 281 North, San Antonio, TX 78212 | [email protected]
- Scope location
- San Antonio, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from San Antonio Water System?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 2800 US Highway 281 North, San Antonio, TX 78212 | [email protected]. For questions, contact Erika Gonzales.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including San Antonio Water System in TX, 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 RFQ 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 Erika Gonzales at (210) 233-3412. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: HPE server and storage hardware, Physical installation, OS and Virtualization Configuration, Network and Service Setup. 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: "Overall lowest qualified bid, base year and extensions considered" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Antonio Water System?
All active and historical solicitations from San Antonio Water System are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, San Antonio Water System regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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 Antonio Water System for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Antonio, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.