Statewide_Extreme_Heat_App_Pre_Solicitation_08_04_2025.zip

This is a pre-solicitation notice from the State of California Department of Technology (CDT) for the development of a Statewide Extreme Heat Mobile Application. The project seeks to create a comprehensive mobile application that will provide real-time extreme heat warnings, cooling center locations, health and safety information, and emergency resources to California residents. The application must support multiple languages, integrate with existing state emergency management systems, and provide accessibility features for users with disabilities. The anticipated solicitation release date is September 15, 2025, with vendor responses due October 30, 2025, and a pre-proposal conference scheduled for September 25, 2025. The contract term is expected to be three years with two optional one-year extensions.

The project has an estimated budget of $2.8 million over the initial three-year period, funded through a combination of state general funds and federal emergency preparedness grants. The procurement includes set-aside opportunities for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBEs), with a 25% participation goal. Current state systems rely on fragmented communication channels for heat emergency notifications, and this application aims to centralize and modernize the state's extreme heat response capabilities. Vendors must demonstrate experience with emergency management applications, multi-language support, and integration with National Weather Service systems. The project emphasizes data security, privacy compliance, and the ability to handle high traffic volumes during extreme weather events.