Summary of RFB-IS-26200947-1

This Request for Bid (RFB) document is issued by the State of California to solicit comprehensive Microsoft Office computer training services for state employees across multiple agencies and departments. The procurement seeks training in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with both in-person and virtual delivery options to accommodate diverse geographic locations and learner preferences. The successful contractor must provide flexible course scheduling designed to minimize disruption to normal business operations, demonstrate qualified instructors, establish performance standards, develop appropriate curriculum, and implement delivery methodologies compliant with accessibility standards. The solicitation was posted on May 10, 2026, with a response deadline of May 27, 2026. The contract term and any renewal options are not explicitly specified in the available documentation.

Pricing proposals should be submitted on a per-student, per-course, or daily rate basis, with evaluation criteria encompassing cost-effectiveness alongside training quality, instructor expertise, and organizational capacity. The State of California incorporates set-aside provisions for Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs), small businesses, women-owned businesses, and disadvantaged business enterprises in accordance with state procurement policies. Bidders must complete and submit the CBE Form (Exhibit 6) and all required purchasing forms specified in Appendix A, including declarations of responsibility, conflict of interest disclosures, and certification statements, along with comprehensive documentation of business classification, ownership structure, years in operation, annual revenues, and descriptions of any certified subcontractors. No incumbent contractor is identified in the solicitation. Funding derives from California state operational budgets allocated for employee professional development and skills enhancement, with no specific budget range disclosed in the available documents.