Appendix A Summary

This appendix document supports a Red Hat Ansible software renewal contract for the State of California. The procurement involves the renewal of Red Hat Ansible licenses and related support services on a brand-specific basis. The contract encompasses ongoing software licensing, maintenance, and technical support to enable continued operation of Ansible automation platforms across California state agencies. The specific quantities, pricing tiers, and service levels are detailed within the appendix to establish the terms under which Red Hat will provide these solutions for the renewal period.

The pricing structure for this renewal is based on Red Hat's standard licensing agreements and volume discounts applicable to state procurement. As an existing incumbent provider, Red Hat Ansible's renewal reflects the continuation of current operational infrastructure already deployed within California state systems. The funding for this renewal is sourced through state IT budgets and departmental technology appropriations. This brand-specific renewal maintains consistency with California's existing Ansible automation investments and ensures seamless continuation of automation capabilities across state government operations without service interruption or technological disruption.