588877 - software - renewal - splunk enterprise

The State of California is requesting bids on a Splunk Enterprise software renewal under RFB-IS-27200019, with bids due July 20, 2026. The procurement is for continuation of a SIEM (security information and event management) platform supporting the state's IT infrastructure and security operations, including system monitoring, log management, and security analytics.

A Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form submission is required as part of bid eligibility under California's small business and diversity certification standards. Bidders must submit a completed Certificate of Insurance as an attachment demonstrating adequate coverage in accordance with the state's risk management requirements.

The solicitation references an incumbent contract relationship, indicating an existing operational environment and continuation of service. Specific licensing terms, support requirements, volume-based discounts, pricing structures, and any modifications to term length or service levels compared to the previous agreement are detailed in the bid specifications.

Required forms and purchasing compliance documents are outlined in Appendix A and the attachments; all submissions must comply with California's procurement procedures as established in the RFB.