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Hint: sending out requests for proposal (RFP) is a great way to get bids from DevOps vendors. Just make a copy of the file, fill in the details, and send it to your shortlisted vendors.
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SectionQuestions for Vendors
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Company InformationHint: Start by filling out information about your company. For example, Company: [Your Company Name], Industry: [Your Industry], DevOps Goals: [Brief Description]
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Project Scope and ObjectivesHint: Describe the project and how it aligns with your business goals. Include any specific objectives you deem necessary, for example: CI/CD Objectives: [Specify], IaC Goals: [Specify], Cloud Service Needs: [Specify]
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What We’re Looking For in Potential VendorsHint: One way to reduce or eliminate surprises is to explain exactly what you’re looking for in potential contractors. You could also use this time to become a little more colloquial and explain what kind of communication or work ethic you expect from the contractor.
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Technical RequirementsHint: If possible, add detailed technical specifications, including existing infrastructure details, preferred technologies, and tools. Include requirements for scalability, security, compliance, and data privacy.


Tech Stack: [e.g., Jenkins, Kubernetes, Terraform, AWS]


Preferred Methodologies: [e.g., Agile, Scrum]


Compliance & Security Needs: [Specify if applicable]


Training and Support Needs: [Specify if applicable]


Budget Expectations: [Specify if known]
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Vendor Qualifications and ExperienceHint: List your requirements towards a DevOps vendor.


Minimum Years of Experience: [Specify]


Certifications Required: [Specify]


Desired Project Examples: [Specify Type]

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Budget and PricingHint: Fill out your financial requirements.


Budget Range: [Specify Range]


Expected Cost Structure: [Detail]


Transparency Requirements: [Specify]
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Evaluation CriteriaHint: Explain what makes a DevOps company the best fit for the project. You might want to list specific evaluation criterias, metrics, and so on.


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Proposal Due Date[March 1, 2024]


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Points of ContactHint: Include the name and contact information of your designated point of contact for this RFP process.


Contact Name: [Name],


Email: [Email]


Phone: [Phone]
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AppendicesHint: Include any additional information or documents you need to support your proposal.
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