Q&A for RFB-IS-26200778.docx

This document is a Questions and Answers file related to Request for Bid RFB-IS-26200778 for Microsoft Office Computer Trainings (Contract 26-2661) issued by the State of California. The procurement seeks qualified instructors to deliver comprehensive training programs in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, during Fiscal Year 2025-26. Training services must be provided through both in-person and virtual delivery modalities to accommodate diverse learner populations and geographic locations across state agencies. The proposal due date is April 23, 2026, with the posting date of April 1, 2026. Bidders are required to submit detailed curriculum outlines, instructor qualifications, delivery schedules, and performance metrics demonstrating measurable learning outcomes. Qualified instructors must demonstrate expertise in Microsoft Office applications and adult education methodologies.

Pricing is structured on a per-participant or per-session basis as proposed by individual bidders, with specific contract values not disclosed in available documentation. The procurement includes provisions for small business set-asides and disadvantaged business enterprise preferences in accordance with California's contracting regulations. Bidders must complete and submit the Certified Business Enterprise Form (Exhibit 6) to certify eligibility for any applicable preferential consideration, including minority, women, or disabled veteran business enterprise classifications. An incumbent contractor may exist, and preference may be given to vendors demonstrating continuity of service quality. All bidders must comply with state procurement regulations and complete mandatory standardized forms, including the Purchasing Required Forms Appendix (Appendix A). Funding derives from the State of California's general budget allocation for workforce development and professional development initiatives, with the contract term extending through the fiscal year and potential renewal options contingent upon performance and funding availability.