587177 - infoblox renewal

The State of California is soliciting bids for the renewal of Infoblox software licensing and support services through Request for Bids (RFB-IS-26200691-1), with a posting date of March 4, 2026, and a proposal due date of March 19, 2026. This procurement seeks to maintain the state's DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (DDI) infrastructure, which is critical to network operations. Vendors must provide multi-year licensing agreements with associated maintenance and technical support services that comply with the technical and operational specifications outlined in Appendix A (Revision 6-6-2024). The scope of deliverables includes infrastructure management, security capabilities, system integration with existing network operations, and service level agreements ensuring specified standards for system performance and availability. Key evaluation criteria include cost-effectiveness, vendor qualifications, service delivery capabilities, and demonstrated ability to maintain seamless operations within California's existing technology environment. Bidders must submit a Certificate of Insurance demonstrating adequate coverage for general liability, professional liability, and other coverage mandated by the state prior to contract award, along with all required proposal documentation.

The State of California imposes Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) participation requirements on this procurement, with bidders required to complete and submit the CBE Form to demonstrate compliance with the state's small business and diversity contracting objectives. The incumbent vendor, Infoblox, holds a competitive advantage given the existing system integration and operational dependencies within California's IT infrastructure, meaning the incumbent's continuation of service is likely but not guaranteed. Any new or replacement vendor must ensure compatibility with the existing Infoblox-based network management systems and processes currently in operation. Bidders must maintain compliance with all insurance requirements throughout the contract term, and failure to provide adequate proof of insurance or maintain required coverage levels may result in proposal rejection or contract termination. Specific award values and budget allocations are not explicitly detailed in the available solicitation materials, though pricing will be established through competitive bidding based on the existing Infoblox licensing structure, renewal fees, maintenance and support services, and hardware components required to sustain operations.