Red Hat Software

The California Software License Program (SLP-25-70-0151J) is a statewide contract designed to provide comprehensive software licensing and support services, specifically focused on Red Hat Software. This Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) enables procurement of business software, maintenance, and technical support services across various government entities, including state departments, city and county agencies, educational institutions (K-12 public schools, California State University, University of California, and community colleges), and other public sector organizations. The contract covers critical software licensing, maintenance, technical support, training, installation, and implementation services for Red Hat products, with no minimum order requirements and flexible pricing structures.

The IDV is awarded to KOVARUS INC (doing business as Ahead, Inc.) through the California Department of General Services (DGS) Statewide Procurement division. The contract period runs from July 28, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with potential for a two-year extension. Categorized under UNSPSC codes for business function software (43231500) and software maintenance (81112200), the contract includes provisions for small business and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) participation. The agreement offers maximum rate pricing with encouragement for agencies to negotiate more favorable terms, and includes administrative fee structures and quarterly reporting requirements for comprehensive government software procurement.