7479 software - subscription - commvault metallic cloud

The State of California is issuing Request for Bid (RFB) RFB-IS-26200831 to procure a renewal of Commvault Metallic Cloud software subscription services, a cloud-based data protection and backup solution designed to support the state's IT infrastructure needs. This procurement was posted on April 20, 2026, with a deadline for bid submission on May 5, 2026. The solicitation seeks qualified vendors to provide subscription licenses for Commvault Metallic Cloud, including backup, recovery, and data management capabilities across multiple deployment environments. Bidders must meet specific technical specifications and licensing requirements outlined in the RFB and its appendices, and must demonstrate compliance with mandatory information security and privacy standards including encryption protocols, access controls, audit logging, and incident response procedures. The procurement establishes pricing structures with volume discounts and payment terms for the multi-year subscription commitment, and evaluation will be based on factors including vendor qualifications, pricing competitiveness, technical capability to meet state requirements, and demonstrated ability to comply with all specified security controls and privacy protections. Vendors must acknowledge and commit to meeting all non-negotiable security and compliance baseline requirements detailed in the Information Security & Privacy Exhibit as a condition of contract award.

The State of California has implemented a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) participation requirement for this procurement, and vendors must satisfy small business compliance and certification documentation to be considered responsive. The RFB includes specific compliance tracking mechanisms and vendor verification procedures to ensure adherence to California's small business contracting goals and commitment to supporting certified business enterprises. While the RFB documents do not explicitly identify the incumbent vendor or current contractor, the procurement represents a renewal of existing Commvault Metallic Cloud services, indicating that integration with established state infrastructure and technology systems will be required. The specific budget allocation and contract award value are not disclosed in the available RFB materials, though the documents reference funding mechanisms and budget allocations from California state sources to support the multi-year subscription commitment, with renewal options and escalation clauses for subsequent contract periods. Interested vendors should review all attached documentation thoroughly, including the main RFB, Appendix A containing detailed specifications and pricing requirements, the CBE compliance worksheet, and the Information Security & Privacy Exhibit, to ensure complete understanding of all procurement specifications and compliance obligations.