RFQ 15-2038870 Red Hat Enterprise Linux Support

The California Department of Technology (CDT) has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 15-2038870.1 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux Support services in Sacramento County, seeking an authorized Red Hat Certified vendor to provide comprehensive Linux server operating system support in a virtualized environment. The procurement focuses on technical services including system health checks, performance tuning, installation and configuration support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux and related technologies. Mandatory contractor qualifications include having Red Hat Badged Certified resources and Red Hat Certified Engineer certification, with contractors required to provide both Senior and Regular Consultant rates for each task outlined in the Statement of Work. The original response deadline was February 22, 2016, which was subsequently extended to February 26, 2016 at 10:00 AM PT, with an anticipated contract award by February 29, 2016. Evaluation criteria will be based on responsiveness, responsibility, lowest cost, and meeting Federal Tax Administration Requirements, with the award to be made on an "All or None" basis.

The solicitation includes a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive of up to 5%, though DVBE participation is not mandatory, and a small business preference of 5% is also available. The contract term is initially set for 12 months with options to extend for two additional 12-month periods at the original rates. The total contract amount is budgeted not to exceed $490,000, which includes potential unanticipated tasks. Contractors must be authorized Red Hat Certified resellers, a status that will be verified prior to award. Services will be performed at CDT facilities in the greater Sacramento area during regular business hours, with payment made on an hourly basis through approved Work Authorizations. Additional requirements include staff passing criminal background checks before commencing work, and no separate compensation will be provided for travel or per diem expenses.