Opportunity
Port of Long Beach PlanetBids #IM-26-02
Port of Long Beach On-Call IT Professional Services Solicitation
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
October 06, 2026
Identifier
IM-26-02
NAICS
541512, 541511, 541690
The Port of Long Beach Information Management Division is seeking qualified consultants to provide on-call professional IT services supporting enterprise operations, maintenance, and projects. - Government Buyer: - Port of Long Beach, Information Management Division - Scope of Services: - General IT support: network administration, help desk, application development, database management, cybersecurity, data analytics, cloud and digital services, project management, GIS, audio visual, IT contract/budget analysis, IT project coordination - Specialized support: cloud architecture, DevOps, QA, business intelligence, simulation, SCADA, art and graphics, emerging technology, documentation, IT training, project management office, technical writing, report development, senior IT auditing - Multiple IT roles requested, including Cloud Engineer, Network Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst, Database Developer, Emerging Technology Specialist, and more - Products/Services Requested: - No specific hardware or software products listed; services focus on staff augmentation and technical expertise across IT disciplines - Task orders may require vendor-specific expertise (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, Oracle) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal, state, and local laws - Mandatory certifications and licenses for staff - Prohibition of offshore resources - Small Business Enterprise (SBE)/Very Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goal of 15% - Flexible hours, including after-hours and weekend work as needed - Task orders issued as needed, with durations ranging from one week to over a year - Estimated contract value: $60 million aggregate over three years - No OEMs are specifically named, but vendor relationships and certifications (Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, Oracle) may be required for certain assignments
Description
The Port of Long Beach's Information Management Division is seeking consultants to provide on-call general and specialized IT services. These services support daily operations and strategic initiatives, including enterprise applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data analytics, cloud services, capital projects, disaster recovery, and future technology initiatives. Consultants will supplement IM staff with operational, maintenance, and project support, including development, implementation, maintenance, security, and support for IT systems and infrastructure. The contract is expected to be for a period of three years with an aggregate contract value of $60,000,000, subject to budgetary restrictions.