VMware vSphere Foundation 8. 3 Year Renewal

This Invitation for Bid (IFB #20‑27) issued by the County of Butte, California, seeks a three‑year renewal of VMware vSphere Foundation 8 licenses. The County requires 384 licenses each year for three consecutive years (total 1,152 licenses). All hardware/software warranty, maintenance, and support must be registered to the County, and no substitutions are allowed. Bids must be submitted by September 17, 2026, with questions due by September 10, 2026. The contract term runs from 9/21/2026 through 9/20/2029, with annual payments upon renewal. • Quantity: 384 licenses per year (total 1,152 over 3 years) • Product: VMware vSphere Foundation 8 (software only, no hardware) • Term: 3 years, annual renewal payments • Delivery: FOB Destination to 2081 2nd St, Oroville, CA 95965 • No substitutions; VMware‑only product • Mandatory registration of warranty/support with the County • Bid deadline: 2:30 PM PST, Sep 17, 2026; questions due Sep 10, 2026 • Local preference discount of 2 % for County‑based suppliers (for purchases $5,000‑$25,000) • Payment terms: Net 30, cash discounts only if ≥15 days (2 % 15, Net 30 accepted)