RFB-IS-27200125 PH Veeam Darta Cloud Vault for AWS Sw.pdf

This is a Request for Bid (RFB) document issued by the State of California for Veeam Backup & Replication software and Veeam Drata Cloud Vault for AWS solutions. The procurement seeks to establish a master agreement for software licensing that will support the state's backup and disaster recovery capabilities across cloud and on-premises environments. The RFB specifies requirements for Veeam Backup & Replication licenses, Veeam Drata Cloud Vault for AWS subscriptions, and associated support and maintenance services. The bid response deadline and contract award date are outlined within the document parameters, with the contract term structured to provide multi-year licensing arrangements that align with the state's IT infrastructure modernization objectives. Site visits and bidder conferences may be scheduled as needed to clarify technical specifications and licensing requirements.

Pricing for this procurement will be evaluated based on per-unit licensing costs, subscription fees, and support service rates submitted by qualified vendors. The award will likely be limited to vendors that are authorized Veeam resellers or partners capable of providing legitimate software licenses and comprehensive technical support. The incumbent vendor relationship, if any, should be noted as part of the evaluation process. Funding will be appropriated from the State of California's technology budget allocated for software licensing and infrastructure maintenance. The procurement may include volume discounts, multi-year commitment pricing, and flexible licensing models to optimize the state's technology investment while ensuring compliance with software asset management policies.