WaterTAP_RFP_Addendum_1_11.23.25.zip

This is an addendum to the Request for Proposal for the Water Technical Access Portal (WaterTAP) issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) in partnership with the California Department of Technology. The addendum modifies and clarifies the original RFP requirements for a cloud-based SaaS solution designed to replace legacy water management systems. The addendum addresses technical specifications, system architecture requirements, data integration capabilities, and user access protocols for the enterprise-level platform. Key modifications include updates to the timeline for proposal submissions, clarifications on functional and non-functional requirements, and adjustments to evaluation criteria. The document specifies that bidders must demonstrate capability in cloud infrastructure management, data migration, workflow automation, and compliance reporting features. The addendum reiterates the importance of minimal customization and emphasis on configurable, out-of-the-box functionality to support SWRCB's operational needs for internal staff and external stakeholders.

The addendum provides additional guidance on pricing structure expectations, including software licensing models, maintenance and support service levels, and optional post-implementation services. It clarifies requirements for data security, accessibility standards, and regulatory compliance with California environmental requirements and drinking water reporting mandates. The document reinforces that proposals must address integration with existing foundational data systems and disparate data sources currently maintained in spreadsheets and databases. Bidders are instructed to provide comprehensive cost breakdowns for development, implementation, ongoing licensing, and support services, with particular attention to scalability and future legislative adaptability. The addendum confirms that the selected vendor will be responsible for system design, deployment, knowledge transfer, and transitional support during the migration from legacy systems.