Monthly Cell Services and tax

CAL FIRE has awarded a non-IT services contract to Verizon Business Network Services effective June 4, 2026. The contract, which is statutorily exempt from standard competitive procurement requirements under California law, has a monthly value of $719.14 and covers the provision of cellular services and associated taxes. The line item specifies a monthly unit of measure, indicating an ongoing subscription-based arrangement for mobile telecommunications services.

The contract represents a recurring monthly obligation of seven hundred nineteen dollars to support CAL FIRE's operational communications infrastructure. While the specific duration of the contract term and the geographic locations where services will be performed are not detailed in the award documentation, the monthly billing structure indicates a continuous service delivery model. As the prime contractor, Verizon Business Network Services will be responsible for providing uninterrupted cellular service and managing all associated tax compliance requirements throughout the contract period.