Fortinet Software

The Software License Program (SLP) contract provides access to Fortinet proprietary software products and comprehensive associated services to support cybersecurity and network infrastructure needs across California state and local government entities. Procurable items under this indefinite delivery vehicle include software licenses, software maintenance and support services, technical support, training, installation services, software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings, and implementation services for Fortinet products. The contract explicitly excludes standalone hardware, consulting services, telecommunication products, and cloud infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) or platform-as-a-service (PaaS) solutions. Implementation services are limited to specified job titles and hourly rates, with time and material pricing capped at the applicable hourly rate, while installation services may only be purchased in support of software procurement and cannot exceed the software cost. All pricing under the contract represents maximum prices, and participating agencies are encouraged to negotiate rates lower than those listed.

SHI International Corp. serves as the prime contractor for this Software License Program, with the California Department of General Services (DGS) Statewide Procurement Division acting as the contracting organization. The contract period of performance runs from February 2, 2026 through June 30, 2028, representing an initial three-year term with the potential for a discretionary two-year extension. This Software License Program vehicle is available to all California state departments, cities, counties, special districts, educational agencies, local government bodies, and corporations authorized to expend public funds throughout the state. The contract type is classified as a Software License Program with applicable UNSPSC codes for business function-specific software and software maintenance and support services.