Exhibit 6 CBE Form Summary

Exhibit 6 is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form document related to the State of California's HYCU Renewal procurement, which seeks to renew HYCU software licensing and support services through a Request for Bid (RFB) process. The procurement encompasses the continuation of HYCU's data management and recovery platform, including all associated licensing rights, maintenance updates, and comprehensive technical support services. The submission deadline for bids is June 2, 2026. Deliverables include annual licensing fees, support and maintenance costs, and continued access to backup and recovery solutions with defined performance metrics for system availability, recovery time objectives (RTO), and recovery point objectives (RPO).

The CBE form documentation is essential for bidders seeking to qualify for set-aside requirements and scoring preferences aligned with California's inclusive procurement objectives. Bidders must submit documentation to validate minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprise status to participate in CBE-designated components of the procurement. HYCU is identified as the incumbent vendor, and the procurement remains open to qualified alternative providers that can demonstrate comparable service capabilities. Prospective bidders must also submit a Certificate of Insurance demonstrating appropriate coverage and compliance with California's insurance mandate requirements before contract execution. Costs are anticipated to reflect competitive market pricing for HYCU licensing and support services, with predetermined annual pricing and escalation rates established within contract terms.