RFB-IS-26200778-2.pdf

This is a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-26200778-2) issued by the State of California for Microsoft Office Computer Trainings under Contract 26-2661, designed to enhance employee productivity and technical competency across state agencies. The procurement encompasses comprehensive instructional programs in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to be delivered during Fiscal Year 2025-26. Training services must be provided through both in-person and virtual delivery modalities to accommodate diverse learner needs and geographic locations. The proposal due date is April 23, 2026, with the posting date of April 1, 2026. Qualified instructors must demonstrate expertise in Microsoft Office applications and adult education methodologies. Deliverables include detailed curriculum outlines, instructor qualifications, delivery schedules, and performance metrics demonstrating measurable learning outcomes.

Pricing will be structured on a per-participant or per-session basis as itemized in bidder proposals, with specific award values or budget ranges not provided in the available documentation. The procurement includes provisions for small business set-asides and disadvantaged business enterprise preferences in accordance with California's contracting regulations, with bidders required to complete the Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form (Exhibit 6) to certify business status and demonstrate eligibility for preferential consideration. An incumbent contractor may exist, and preference may be given to vendors demonstrating continuity of service quality. Funding derives from the State of California's general budget allocation for workforce development and professional development initiatives. All bidders must comply with state procurement regulations and complete mandatory standardized forms, including the Purchasing Required Forms Appendix (Appendix A). The contract term extends through the fiscal year with potential renewal options contingent upon performance and funding availability.