27000034-Cisco Smartnet Annual Support Contract (Quick Bid)

The State of California is requesting bids for an annual Cisco SmartNet support contract under Quick Bid procurement 27000034, with proposals due July 2, 2026. The solicitation covers renewal of technical support, software updates, and hardware replacement services for existing Cisco networking and security equipment across California's state systems.

Bidders must comply with mandatory Information Security and Privacy Requirements established by the state, including data protection, system access controls, incident reporting, and audit mechanisms. A Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form is required from all bidders to declare eligibility under California's small business and disadvantaged business enterprise programs, including potential designations as Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MOBE), or Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WOBE).

Proof of insurance coverage must be submitted as a condition of bid. The Los Angeles County Recorder's Office has provided a pricing quote dated June 26, 2026, reflecting individual line-item costs for various Cisco SmartNet support packages and service tiers, which appears to establish the pricing basis for this expedited procurement. The quick bid structure streamlines the timeline while maintaining quality assurance standards for critical networking infrastructure support across state systems. Bidders should review the complete RFB package including all amendments, exhibits, and supporting documentation to obtain comprehensive information regarding evaluation criteria and other material contract terms.