Exhibit 6 -CBE Form.xlsx

Exhibit 6 is a Certification of Bidder/Offeror Eligibility (CBE) Form required for the State of California's Request for Bids IS-26200844 for Splunk software maintenance and annual renewal services. The CBE Form serves as the primary eligibility verification document that all bidders must complete and submit as part of their proposal packages. This mandatory form verifies bidder compliance with California state contracting regulations and assesses certification status with state small business programs and disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) designations. Proposals are due by April 29, 2026, and the selected vendor will be responsible for providing comprehensive software maintenance, ongoing technical support, system updates, and related services necessary to maintain the state's Splunk infrastructure in operational status. The contract includes renewal options to extend services based on performance and continued operational need.

The CBE Form functions as a critical compliance and eligibility screening document that bidders must satisfy to be considered responsive to this solicitation. Completion of the form requires bidders to certify their eligibility status, disclose any relevant business certifications, and confirm adherence to state contracting requirements. All qualified bidders must submit the completed CBE Form along with a Certificate of Insurance and all required purchasing forms identified in the procurement appendix. The form's evaluation criteria focus on bidder eligibility verification, compliance with state regulations, and confirmation of the bidder's ability to meet security and privacy obligations as established through federal and state regulatory frameworks.