Summary of RFB-IS-27200033-1.pdf

This is a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the State of California for DigiCert software license renewal. The document solicits bids for the continuation of DigiCert software licensing services to support the state's cryptographic and digital certificate infrastructure needs. The RFB outlines the requirements for maintaining existing software licenses and associated support services. Specific details regarding quantities, delivery timelines, and contract commencement dates are contained within the bidding documents. Prospective vendors are required to submit sealed bids by the specified due date, with award anticipated following the bid evaluation period. The contract term and any renewal options are to be negotiated based on the state's operational requirements and budget availability.

Pricing shall be submitted on a per-unit or annual licensing basis as detailed in the bid schedule, with costs expected to align with market rates for enterprise-level digital certificate solutions. The incumbent vendor's current service performance and pricing history inform the state's benchmarking for this renewal opportunity. Funding for this procurement derives from the state's information systems operational budget. Bidders must meet all technical and administrative requirements outlined in the RFB, including compliance with California procurement regulations and any applicable set-asides for small or disadvantaged businesses.