808-262557/HH26-1131/H2EOR-74213

The State of California is issuing Request for Bids (RFB) IS-26200985 for information systems procurement to support state operations. This solicitation, identified as 808-262557/HH26-1131/H2EOR-74213, was posted on May 20, 2026, with a proposal due date of June 4, 2026. The procurement seeks technology equipment and related services with detailed technical specifications establishing requirements for hardware, software, security protocols, and operational capabilities necessary to meet state infrastructure needs. Bidders must meet specified technical standards, demonstrate cost effectiveness, and ensure compatibility with existing state systems while adhering to California's technology governance requirements and data protection standards. The RFB process establishes specific quantities, delivery schedules, and performance benchmarks that vendors must satisfy, with pricing structures based on unit costs and volume commitments. Evaluation criteria emphasize compliance with state standards, security frameworks, and overall cost effectiveness in selecting the winning bidder or bidders.

The procurement may include set-asides for small businesses and other designated vendors in accordance with California state policy, with participation potentially restricted based on business enterprise certification requirements. Interested vendors must submit standardized forms and documentation as outlined in the required purchasing forms appendix, including completion of the Certification of Business Enterprise (CBE) Form to establish eligibility and enterprise status for participation in California state and local procurement activities. The solicitation documents do not specify incumbent vendors, current contractors, or detailed budget ranges in the available materials; however, funding derives from state general funds or designated departmental budgets allocated for information technology infrastructure improvements. Vendors responding to this opportunity should carefully review all technical specifications and submission requirements to ensure full compliance with state procurement regulations and timely proposal delivery before the June 4, 2026 deadline.