1081548 - ivanti CSM renewal - rebid

The State of California is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-26200662-1) for the renewal and re-competition of Ivanti CSM (Configuration and Service Management) software licensing and support services. This rebid procurement seeks to procure continuous software availability, maintenance support, and licensing for the state's existing Ivanti CSM infrastructure. The contract deliverables include renewal of Ivanti CSM licenses with associated maintenance and support services, technical specifications outlined in Appendix A, and service level agreements meeting or exceeding the established technical baseline and configuration requirements. Key objectives focus on ensuring uninterrupted software operations and maintaining the state's customer service management capabilities. The RFB establishes formal bidding procedures with a posted date of February 26, 2026, and a proposal due date of March 5, 2026. Bidders must comply with all California state procurement regulations and respond according to the specified timeline and response deadlines outlined in the primary solicitation documents. Evaluation will be conducted on a competitive basis using specified cost and technical criteria, with pricing assessments guided by the standardized cost proposal exhibit (EXHIBIT 6.xlsx) that provides detailed pricing tables, unit costs, annual renewal rates, support and maintenance fees, and volume-based pricing adjustments to ensure comparable evaluations across all submitted bids.

The procurement documentation references incumbent vendor information and current service performance metrics as part of the evaluation process, though specific incumbent details are not disclosed in the available solicitation materials. All bidders must comply with California state procurement rules, including any applicable set-asides or preferences for qualified vendors and disadvantaged enterprises as defined by state policy. The contract integrates with the state's existing Ivanti CSM infrastructure, requiring bidders to ensure their proposals align with the technical specifications and configuration requirements necessary for seamless integration. Funding for this renewal will be provided through California state budget allocations designated for information technology infrastructure and software licensing. While specific award values or budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the available documentation, the pricing structure outlined in EXHIBIT 6 and the renewal nature of the contract suggest competitive market-based pricing will be evaluated within established state budget parameters for information technology software licensing and support services.