VMware Subscription Services

Overview

IT Support, Hardware & Networking

San Diego, California, United StatesPosted 30 days agoDeadline: April 23rd, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a provider for VMware subscription services, including software licensing renewal and support for clustered hypervisors supporting critical operations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to provide VMware Cloud Foundation SKU: VCF-CLD-FND-A
Must be able to provide support for 928 cores
Must be able to execute MTS Standard Agreement
Must be able to provide latest financial statement if required
Must be able to comply with 2 C.F.R. 180, Subpart C
Must be able to provide W-9 form
Must be able to provide California Withholding forms (Form 590 or 587)
Must be able to provide insurance coverage as specified in the contract

BUDGET

Estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

MTS Issues IFB: April 7th, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Written Questions/Clarifications and/or Request for Approved Equals (RFAs): April 14th, 2026

MTS Issues Response to Written Questions/Clarifications and/or RFAs Deadline: April 16th, 2026

Bid Opening: April 23rd, 2026

MTS Issues Notice of Intent to Award: Week of May 4th, 2026

Anticipated Contract Award (MTS Board of Directors Approval): May 21st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

April 14th, 2026

Issuing Agency

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System

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DESCRIPTION

The organization is seeking a vendor to provide VMware subscription services. Its VMware hypervisors, or ESXi hosts, are deployed in clusters to deliver a robust and scalable platform that supports a variety of dynamic needs.

These systems allow for efficient resource utilization, high availability, and disaster recovery, ensuring continuous operations. Due to the critical nature of the infrastructure, licensing renewals and reliable support are essential to quickly address potential issues and minimize downtime. The request includes VMware Cloud Foundation (SKU: VCF–CLD–FND–A) for a total of 928 cores with annual billing.

Interested vendors must submit any questions by April 14, 2026.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.