Request for Quotes (RFQ) - Red Hat Enterprise Linux Support Server Renewal with Satellite, Premium (Physical or Virtual Nodes)

The Orange County Transportation Authority (Authority) requests quotes from authorized resellers to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux renewal for a one (1)-year term. The budget for this effort is $17, 750.

Delivery shall be by Electronic Download only. No Tangible items will be accepted.

Please note that by submitting a Quote, Firm 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 Quote. In submitting a Quote, all Firms agree to comply with all economic sanctions imposed by the State or U.S. Government.

Background

Quotes must be submitted to the OpenGov “Price Summary Sheet,” at or before 11:00 a.m., June 2, 2026. Quotes received after the date and time specified will be rejected by the Authority.

Questions and clarifications shall be submitted in writing to mverduzco@octa.net no later than 11:00 a.m., May 28, 2026, On the email subject line, please specify:
“RFQ 250348 - Written Questions.” Responses will be posted no later than May 29, 2026.

Firms must submit pricing on all line items in "Price Summary Sheet", to be considered responsive. By submitting a quote, Firm agrees to the terms and conditions as stated in Exhibit A, OCTA General Provisions.

Any contract or purchase order awarded as a result of this RFQ 250348 will be to the overall lowest responsive and responsible firm.  If there are any questions, please email mverduzco @octa.net.

Project Details

• Reference ID: 250348
• Department: F&A-IS Administration
• Department Head: Lloyd Sullivan (Director)

Important Dates

• Questions Due: 2026-05-28T18:00:00.000Z
• Answers Posted By: 2026-05-30T00:00:00.000Z

Evaluation Criteria

• Summary —

  The Orange County Transportation Authority (Authority) requests quotes from authorized resellers to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux renewal for a one (1)-year term. The budget for this effort is $17, 750.

  Delivery shall be by Electronic Download only. No Tangible items will be accepted.

  Please note that by submitting a Quote, Firm 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 Quote. In submitting a Quote, all Firms agree to comply with all economic sanctions imposed by the State or U.S. Government.

• 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.

  Any contract or purchase order awarded as a result of this RFQ 250348 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.

• Scope of Work or Project Details —

  The Orange County Transportation Authority (Authority) requests quotes from authorized resellers to provide a quantity of 10 Red Hat Enterprise Linux Support Server Renewal licenses with Satellite, Premium (Physical or Virtual Nodes) renewal for a one (1)-year term effective June 28, 2026, through June 27, 2027. The budget for this effort is $17,750. 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.

  Delivery shall be by Electronic Download only. No Tangible items will be accepted.

  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.

• Timeline —

  Release Project Date:	May 21, 2026
  Question Submission Deadline:	May 28, 2026, 11:00am
  Question Response Deadline:	May 29, 2026, 5:00pm
  Proposal Submission Deadline:	June 2, 2026, 11:00am

• Project Contact —

  Kristina Jenkins

  Project Manager

  600 South Main Street

  Orange, CA 92868

  Email: kjenkins1@octa.net

  Phone: (714) 560-5875

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server with Satellite, Premium (Physical or Virtual Nodes) —

  Red Hat Part No. RH00008
  Account No. 5202336

  The lowest firm will be required to provide proof confirming its authorization reseller status to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server licenses with Satellite, Premium (Physical or Virtual Nodes). Firms submitting an alternative manufacturer, model, or part number shall result in a “No Bid” and will not be considered for award. All firms will be required to submit proof of authorization reseller status to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server licenses with Satellite, Premium (Physical or Virtual Nodes) with their quote submission.

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

• 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 250348 and all Addenda. (required)
• Reseller Certificate: (required) —

  Please upload proof of reseller certificate.
  All bidders must be authorized resellers to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux Support Server and must include proof confirming its authorization to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux Support Server in their bid submittal. Unauthorized resellers shall be deemed "non-responsive" and will not be considered for award.  

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