RFB-IS-26200806-2.pdf

This is a Request for Bids (RFB) document issued by the California Department of General Services for the procurement of APC 1500C Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) equipment on a brand-specific basis. The solicitation seeks qualified vendors to supply 1500VA capacity UPS units designed to provide backup power protection and support critical state operations across multiple departments and facilities. The specified equipment features defined technical performance characteristics including specific input/output voltage parameters, frequency specifications, battery runtime capabilities, and physical dimensions, along with required connectivity features and operational modes for integration within existing state infrastructure. Sealed bids are due by April 29, 2026. The solicitation documents do not indicate scheduled site visits or bidders' conferences, though standard bidding procedures apply. The contract structure anticipates establishing pricing and delivery terms that may accommodate ongoing state needs and multiple departmental procurements through a framework agreement or similar arrangement, with potential options for future purchases or renewal provisions to ensure continued access to compatible equipment.

The procurement includes a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) set-aside requirement, restricting participation to properly certified vendors who meet applicable small business or certified business enterprise classifications established by state and local contracting requirements. Bidders must complete a Certified Business Enterprise Form to verify contractor eligibility and certification status. The evaluation process will consider total cost of ownership and delivery schedules. No specific budget amount or award value range is disclosed in the available solicitation materials; however, pricing will be negotiated based on submitted bids with consideration given to volume purchase potential across state agencies and authorized customers. The solicitation documents do not specify incumbent vendors or current contractors, though the brand-specific nature of the procurement indicates standardization based on existing infrastructure and technology compatibility requirements within state systems.