Hardware - mobile computer - sheriff - brand specific

The California Sheriff's Department issued a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-26200883) on April 22, 2026, seeking qualified vendors to supply brand-specific mobile computers for sheriff operations. The procurement targets mobile computing hardware designed for law enforcement use within sheriff vehicles and field operations, with specifications that integrate with existing sheriff department infrastructure and communications systems. Bidders are required to submit sealed bids by the May 8, 2026 deadline and must demonstrate capability to meet brand-specific technical requirements outlined in the RFB specifications. Vendors must provide evidence of prior experience supplying similar mobile computing solutions to law enforcement agencies and submit pricing on a per-unit basis with total pricing for all quantities specified in the bid schedule. The contract establishes terms for equipment delivery, installation support, warranty provisions, and maintenance associated with the mobile computer systems. Key evaluation criteria include technical compliance with specified requirements, vendor experience in law enforcement mobile computing solutions, pricing competitiveness, and demonstrated capability to meet delivery and support obligations.

The procurement may include set-asides for small businesses or other designated vendor categories as applicable under California state purchasing regulations, though specific disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not detailed in the available documentation. The contract term includes provisions for initial supply and may contain renewal or extension options contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued operational need. Funding for this procurement derives from the Sheriff's Department budget allocation, with payment terms and conditions specified in the contract documents, though the specific award value or budget range is not disclosed in the available materials. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation materials provided. The mobile computer systems must integrate with existing sheriff department infrastructure and communications systems, requiring bidders to understand current technological environments and compatibility requirements within the department's operational framework.