Summary of RFB-IS-27200010

This is a Request for Bid (RFB) document issued by the State of California for a software cloud renewal of Rubrik brand cloud data management solutions. The procurement seeks to renew the existing Rubrik cloud subscription services for the state's data protection and recovery needs. The RFB specifies the requirement for Rubrik-branded products only, indicating this is a brand-specific renewal rather than an open competition. Key procedural details include submission deadlines, evaluation criteria based on price and compliance with technical specifications, and the anticipated contract award date. The contract term encompasses the renewal period with potential options for extension based on performance and continued organizational need. Bidders are required to demonstrate their authorization as Rubrik resellers or distributors and their ability to provide uninterrupted service continuation from the incumbent contract.

The pricing evaluation focuses on total cost of ownership for the cloud subscription services, including all licensing, support, and maintenance fees for the specified contract period. This procurement is restricted to Rubrik brand solutions only, eliminating competition from alternative vendors and ensuring service continuity with the existing platform. The incumbent provider is the current Rubrik service provider, and this renewal maintains consistency with the state's existing cloud data management infrastructure and operational environment. Funding for this procurement is sourced from the state's information technology budget allocation. The brand-only restriction and renewal nature of this RFB indicate the state's commitment to maintaining its current Rubrik investment and avoiding costly migration to alternative platforms.