733002 180003 SECURITY DATA - SaaS- CRIBL RENEW (BRAND ONLY)

The State of California is requesting bids for a renewal of Cribl SaaS security data software licensing on a brand-only basis under RFB-IS-27200012, with proposals due July 23, 2026.

This is a renewal procurement for continuity of the state's existing security data management infrastructure using the current Cribl platform. The brand-only specification indicates no competitive alternative solutions are sought. Bidders must be prepared to certify as a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) if seeking preference points or set-aside eligibility under California procurement regulations; completion of the CBE Form is mandatory for vendors pursuing such consideration.

The vendor must satisfy comprehensive information security and privacy requirements encompassing data protection protocols, encryption standards, access controls, audit logging, incident response procedures, and data breach notification protocols aligned with state and federal regulatory standards. The vendor is responsible for compliance with applicable California privacy laws and federal information security standards, must conduct security assessments, maintain control documentation for state review, provide evidence of compliance upon request, implement employee security training, manage vulnerabilities, and notify the state immediately of any security incidents or unauthorized access. The vendor must maintain appropriate insurance coverage and indemnification related to data breaches and cooperate fully with state security audits throughout the contract term.

Bidders must submit required forms from Appendix A, including certifications, declarations, and supporting compliance documentation. A Certificate of Insurance must be provided demonstrating adequate coverage throughout the contract term and any renewals. Contract term and incumbent vendor information are contained in the complete RFB documentation (RFB-IS-27200012.pdf).