15759P - Red Hat License Renewal, Data Center, CM#26-11

The Los Angeles County Internal Services Department is soliciting bids under RFB-IS-26200175-2 for the renewal of Red Hat licenses for its Data Center (CM#26-11). The procurement includes five commodity lines, specifically focusing on renewals for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Workstations and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Vendor Self Service portal by September 17, 2025, at 12:00 PM. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide letters of certification from the manufacturer or an authorized distributor confirming their status as an authorized reseller, and all software provided must be the newest current versions. Contractors are required to comply with strict administrative and legal standards, including California Labor Code prevailing wage laws and the submission of a Certificate of Insurance meeting minimum limits for General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Workers Compensation. The solicitation emphasizes diversity and inclusion, requiring the submission of a Community Business Enterprise form to track minority, women, disadvantaged, disabled veteran, and LGBTQQ-owned business participation. Financial terms include a $200,000 aggregate payment cap per fiscal year for similar services without Board of Supervisors approval. Delivery is designated as F.O.B. Delivered, freight prepaid, with the County retaining the right to reject non-conforming goods within five days of receipt.