San Mateo County - Red Hat Subscription Renewal - 2027-RFQ-00128
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Oct 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Alfred Torres
- (650) 363-4548
The 30-second brief
The County of San Mateo's Technology Services Department (TSD) is seeking quotations for the renewal of the existing Red Hat subscription. Bidders are required to complete the Price Bid Sheet in Section 3 and upload a formal quotation for the items listed. Evaluation criteria include cost, conformity to specifications of goods, and product availability. The submission deadline is October 5, 2026, and the notice of interest deadline is September 25, 2026. A County purchase order will be issued to the lowest, responsive bid from a qualified, responsible, and manufacturer/publisher authorized vendor.
Cost, conformity to specifications of goods, product availability
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Summary
The County of San Mateo's Technology Services Department (TSD) is seeking quotations for the renewal of the existing Red Hat subscription.
Bidders are required to complete the Price Bid Sheet in Section 3 and upload a formal quotation for the items listed. Evaluation criteria include cost, conformity to specifications of goods, and product availability. The submission deadline is October 5, 2026, and the notice of interest deadline is September 25, 2026. A County purchase order will be issued to the lowest, responsive bid from a qualified, responsible, and manufacturer/publisher authorized vendor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost
- Conformity to specifications of goods
- Product availability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Price Bid Sheet in Section 3, formal quotation
- Submit to
- 455 County Center, Information Services Department, 3rd Floor, Redwood City, CA, 94063
- Scope location
- Redwood City, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 455 County Center, Information Services Department, 3rd Floor, Redwood City, CA, 94063. For questions, contact Alfred Torres.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 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 Alfred Torres at (650) 363-4548. 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: "Cost, conformity to specifications of goods, product availability" 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Price Bid Sheet in Section 3, formal quotation. 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.