APC 1500C UPS equipment- brand specific- amendment# 1 (PG 19

The California Department of General Services issued a Request for Bids (RFB) for APC 1500C Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) equipment on a brand-specific basis, with bids due by April 29, 2026. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to supply APC 1500C UPS units designed to provide backup power protection and support critical state operations across multiple departments and facilities. The specified equipment is a 1500VA capacity UPS system with 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 necessary for integration within the state's existing infrastructure. The solicitation emphasizes sole-source or preferred-vendor procurement based on existing standardization and compatibility requirements within state systems. Bidders must submit sealed bids by the April 29, 2026 deadline and are required to complete a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form to verify contractor eligibility and certification status. The evaluation process will consider total cost of ownership and delivery schedules, with potential options for future purchases or renewal provisions to ensure continued access to compatible equipment.

This procurement includes a Certified Business Enterprise set-aside requirement, which restricts participation to properly certified vendors who meet applicable small business or certified business enterprise classifications established by the state and local contracting requirements. 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. 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 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.