Request for Quotes (RFQ) - HPE Nimble Annual Maintenance

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) requests quotes from authorized HPE resellers to provide HPE Nimble annual support and maintenance for two Nimble HF40 disk arrays for a twenty-four (24) month term. The budget for this effort is $29,383.

Please note that by submitting a Bid, Bidder certifies that it is not subject to any Ukraine/Russia-related economic sanctions imposed by the State of California or the United States Government including, but not limited to, Presidential Executive Order Nos. 13660, 13661, 13662, 13685, and 14065. Any individual or entity that is the subject of any Ukraine/Russia-related economic sanction is not eligible to submit a Bid. In submitting a Quote, all Firms agree to comply with all economic sanctions imposed by the State or U.S. Government.

All firms must be authorized resellers and providers of the items listed. The winning firm will be required to provide proof they are an authorized HPE Nimble reseller. Unauthorized quotes will be deemed "Non-Responsive" and will not be considered for award. Firms submitting an alternative manufacturer, model, or part number shall result in a “No Bid” and will not be considered for award. Approved equals will not be accepted. Any award as a result of this RFQ will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible firm and shall be on a lump sum basis, in accordance with the requirements in this RFQ.

Delivery shall be by electronic download only. No tangible items will be accepted.

Prices quoted shall remain firm for the term of the Purchase Order.

Any questions or clarifications shall be submitted in writing no later than 11:00 a.m., June 10, 2026. The Authority will respond to all written questions by issuing a written addendum no later than June 12, 2026.

By submitting a quote, Firm agrees to the terms and conditions as stated in Exhibit A, entitled “Orange County Transportation Authority General Provisions,” which by this reference incorporated herein. Firms who do not bid on all line items in the Pricing Proposal shall be deemed “Non-Responsive” and will not be considered for award. Firms should be aware that an award may be made without further discussion.

The successful Firm will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations.

Project Details

• Reference ID: 250374
• Department: F&A-IS Administration
• Department Head: Lloyd Sullivan (Director)

Evaluation Criteria

• Important Instructions for Electronic Submittals —

  The Orange County Transportation Authority, CA is accepting electronic bid submissions. Bidders shall create a FREE account with OpenGov Procurement by signing up at https://procurement.opengov.com/signup. Once you have completed account registration, browse back to this page, click on "Draft Response", and follow the instructions to submit the electronic bid.

  The successful firm will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations.

  Firms must submit pricing on all line items in the “Price Summary Sheet,” in order to be considered responsive.

  Any contract or purchase order awarded as a result of this RFQ 250374 will be to the overall lowest, responsive, and responsible firm. If there are any questions, please contact Monica Verduzco, Associate Buyer, at mverduzco@octa.net.

• Summary —

  The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) requests quotes from authorized HPE resellers to provide HPE Nimble annual support and maintenance for two Nimble HF40 disk arrays for a twenty-four (24) month term. The budget for this effort is $29,383.

  Please note that by submitting a Bid, Bidder certifies that it is not subject to any Ukraine/Russia-related economic sanctions imposed by the State of California or the United States Government including, but not limited to, Presidential Executive Order Nos. 13660, 13661, 13662, 13685, and 14065. Any individual or entity that is the subject of any Ukraine/Russia-related economic sanction is not eligible to submit a Bid. In submitting a Quote, all Firms agree to comply with all economic sanctions imposed by the State or U.S. Government.

  All firms must be authorized resellers and providers of the items listed. The winning firm will be required to provide proof they are an authorized HPE Nimble reseller. Unauthorized quotes will be deemed "Non-Responsive" and will not be considered for award. Firms submitting an alternative manufacturer, model, or part number shall result in a “No Bid” and will not be considered for award. Approved equals will not be accepted. Any award as a result of this RFQ will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible firm and shall be on a lump sum basis, in accordance with the requirements in this RFQ.

  Delivery shall be by electronic download only. No tangible items will be accepted.

  Prices quoted shall remain firm for the term of the Purchase Order.

  Any questions or clarifications shall be submitted in writing no later than 11:00 a.m., June 10, 2026. The Authority will respond to all written questions by issuing a written addendum no later than June 12, 2026.

  By submitting a quote, Firm agrees to the terms and conditions as stated in Exhibit A, entitled “Orange County Transportation Authority General Provisions,” which by this reference incorporated herein. Firms who do not bid on all line items in the Pricing Proposal shall be deemed “Non-Responsive” and will not be considered for award. Firms should be aware that an award may be made without further discussion.

  The successful Firm will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations.

• Timeline —

  Release Project Date:	June 8, 2026
  Question Submission Deadline:	June 10, 2026, 11:00am
  Proposal Submission Deadline:	June 12, 2026, 11:00am

• Scope of Work or Project Details —

  The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) requests quotes from authorized resellers to provide HPE Nimble Annual Maintenance and Support Renewal for two (2) Nimble HF40 Disk Arrays. HPE will offer support for the Nimble Storage HF40 Adaptive Array until July 31, 2028.

  The budget for this effort is $29,383 for a twenty-four (24) month term effective July 3, 2026, through July 31, 2028.

• HPE Nimble annual support and maintenance for two Nimble HF40 disk arrays —

  OCTA is aware that HPE will not offer support for the HF40 Array beyond July 31, 2028.

  OCTA is not requesting a quote for HPE’s recommended replacements for the HPE Nimble Storage HF40 Adaptive Array. Therefore, any alternative model or part number will not be considered for award.

  Currently, OCTA is only requesting a quote for the items stated in this RFQ. Authorized resellers should be able to provide this quote, as HPE will continue to support the HF40 Adaptive Array through July 31, 2028. Additionally, the term for this renewal is for a twenty-four (24) month term effective July 3, 2026, through July 31, 2028.

  All firms must be authorized resellers and providers of the items listed. Unauthorized quotes will be deemed "Non-Responsive" and will not be considered for award.

  Prices quoted shall remain firm for the term of the Purchase Order.

  By submitting a Quote, Firm agrees to the terms and conditions as stated in Exhibit A “General Provisions,” which by this reference are incorporated herein.

• Project Contact —

  Kristina Jenkins

  Project Manager

  600 South Main Street

  Orange, CA 92868

  Email: kjenkins1@octa.net

  Phone: (714) 560-5875

• Procurement Contact —

  Monica Verduzco

  Buyer, Associate

  600 S. Main St.

  Orange, CA 92863

  Email: mverduzco@octa.net

  Phone: (714) 560-5083

Submission Requirements

• Submit Pricing Response (required) —

  Confirm that your response including cost is attached.

• I certify that I have read, understood and agree to the terms in this solicitation, and that I am authorized to submit this response on behalf of my company. (required)
• Name and Title of Person Authorized to Bind Quote: (required)
• This offer shall remain firm for 120 days from the date of the quote. (required)
• I acknowledge receipt of RFQ 250374 and all Addenda. (required)
• Reseller Certificate: (required) —

  Please upload proof of reseller certificate.
  
  All bidders must be authorized resellers to provide HPE Nimble Annual Maintenance and Support Renewal and must include proof confirming its authorization to provide HPE Nimble HF40 disk arrays in their bid submittal. Unauthorized resellers shall be deemed "non-responsive" and will not be considered for award 

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