RFQ 24-0155500 - HW Brocade Direct Support

The California Department of Technology (CDT) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) 24-0155500 for Brocade Direct Support services over a 5-year term from November 15, 2024 through November 14, 2029. The CDT is seeking to purchase hardware support for their Brocade Switches, including Brocade Premier Support services with a Support Account Manager, firmware support, and various hardware service level agreement options. The key action dates include the release of the RFQ on 9/26/2024, the last day to submit questions on 10/3/2024, and the submission of final bid responses by 10/11/2024 at 3:00 PM PT. The award will be made to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder.

The RFQ does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the RFQ does not provide any information about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQ also does not specify any possible award values or budget ranges, indicating that the contract will be funded through the State's budget, and payments will be made in accordance with government payment requirements.