1085428 1085430 professional services - netapp

The State of California is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB) for professional services related to NetApp products and solutions under bid line items 1085428 and 1085430, with a submission deadline of May 26, 2026. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive professional services including consulting, implementation, support, and maintenance for NetApp storage infrastructure and related technologies. Vendors must demonstrate NetApp certification, relevant experience with enterprise storage solutions, and proven capability to deliver professional services that meet the state's technical and operational standards. The RFB establishes a competitive bidding process with multiple bid line items addressing different service categories or project phases. Evaluation criteria include both the vendor's proposed cost structure and total cost of ownership considerations for the specified NetApp professional services. The contract term and specific scope of services will be determined through the competitive bidding process, with funding provided through the State of California's information systems budget allocation.

The State of California may implement set-aside provisions for small businesses or minority-owned enterprises as permitted under California procurement regulations; however, specific set-aside designations are not detailed in the available documentation. No incumbent vendor information has been identified in the provided bid materials. The procurement requires integration with existing NetApp infrastructure, indicating that successful vendors must demonstrate compatibility and interoperability with current state systems and technologies. While specific budget ranges or award values are not disclosed in the RFB summary, the contract will be funded through the state's information systems budget allocation, with pricing evaluated based on the vendor's proposed cost structure for the professional services engagement. Interested vendors should review the complete RFB documentation for detailed technical requirements, service level expectations, and any additional qualification criteria that may apply to this procurement.