What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Scotts Valley requires qualified managed service providers to deliver comprehensive outsourced IT managed services, cybersecurity, infrastructure administration, and end-user support. The requested scope includes 24x7x365 network support, emergency response for police technology, after-hours desktop assistance, offsite work performance, and 24x7 server and virtualization infrastructure management. Providers must also supply endpoint security, log monitoring, asset inventory tracking, and support for Microsoft 365 GCC, Public Works applications, and wastewater operational technology. Only onshore USA organizations are eligible to bid. Bidders must electronically submit proposals through the City's OpenGov Procurement portal before 5:00 pm on November 9, 2026, while all questions are due no later than October 12, 2026. The City will evaluate proposals using a points-based selection system that weighs criteria including the firm's and key personnel's experience and qualifications. The initial contract term spans three years starting July 1, 2027, with an option to extend for up to two years. Bidders must submit a complete fee proposal detailing the base monthly managed-services fee, included resources, unit prices, and any additional hourly rates.
Scope of work
- Service management, help desk, and end-user support
- On-site, after-hours, emergency, and EOC support
- Microsoft 365, identity, cloud, and collaboration services administration
- Server, virtualization, storage, backup, and disaster recovery management
- Network, connectivity, and telecommunications administration
- Cybersecurity, monitoring, compliance, and incident response
- Police Department and public-safety technology support
- Wastewater SCADA and operational technology IT infrastructure support
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Experience and Qualifications of Firm and Assigned Team | 20 (20% of Total) |
| Understanding of City Environment and Proposed Service Approach | 20 (20% of Total) |
| Cybersecurity, Public Safety/CJIS, and Technical Capabilities | 20 (20% of Total) |
| Service Delivery, Staffing, SLA, Transition, and Local/On-Site Responsiveness | 15 (15% of Total) |
| References and Demonstrated Municipal/Public Agency Performance | 10 (10% of Total) |
| Cost and Overall Pricing Structure | 15 (15% of Total) |
Minimum qualifications
- Adequate staff, equipment, technical, and financial resources for performance.
- Satisfactory record of performance.
- Be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Staff requiring access to Police systems must satisfy City Police Department background, security, training, and access requirements.
Documents to include with your response
- Proposal Point of Contact Information
- Company Background and Profile
- Firm/Company Experience and Key Personnel Experience
- List of Sub-Consultants (if applicable)
- Financial Condition description
- Minimum of three (3) references
- Methodology and Approach narrative
- Schedule of performance
- Fee Proposal
- Signed Submittal Confirmation
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the City's OpenGov Procurement portal only
- Instructions
- Proposals must be submitted through the City's OpenGov Procurement portal before 5:00 pm on Monday, November 9, 2026. No oral, phone, or fax submissions.