26-2661 / MICROSOFT OFFICE COMPUTER TRAININGS-Amend.

The State of California is conducting a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-26200778-1) for Microsoft Office Computer Trainings (Contract 26-2661), a professional development procurement designed to enhance employee productivity and technical competency across state agencies. The scope of work encompasses comprehensive instructional programs in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to be delivered during Fiscal Year 2025-26. Training services must be provided through both in-person and virtual delivery modalities to accommodate diverse learner needs and geographic locations. Qualified instructors must demonstrate expertise in Microsoft Office applications and adult education methodologies, with pricing structured on a per-participant or per-session basis as itemized in bidder proposals. Deliverables include detailed curriculum outlines, instructor qualifications, delivery schedules, and performance metrics demonstrating measurable learning outcomes. The proposal due date is April 23, 2026, with the posting date of April 1, 2026. All bidders must comply with state procurement regulations and complete mandatory standardized forms, including the Purchasing Required Forms Appendix (Appendix A) and any other documentation specified in the RFB.

The procurement includes provisions for small business set-asides and disadvantaged business enterprise preferences in accordance with California's contracting regulations. Contractors must complete and submit the Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Form (Exhibit 6) to certify their business status and demonstrate eligibility for any applicable preferential consideration or set-aside opportunities, including minority, women, or disabled veteran business enterprise classifications. The SOW indicates that an incumbent contractor may exist, and preference may be given to vendors demonstrating continuity of service quality; however, specific incumbent information is not detailed in the available documentation. Funding for this initiative derives from the State of California's general budget allocation for workforce development and professional development initiatives. The contract term extends through the fiscal year with potential renewal options contingent upon performance and funding availability. While specific award values or budget ranges are not provided in the available documentation, contract pricing will be based on the rates proposed by selected bidders on a per-participant or per-session basis.