C15E0046 Internet Subscription Services

The California Department of Parks and Recreation has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Internet Subscription Services, specifically seeking a provider of County Assessors Real Property Data access for all 58 California counties. The procurement is targeted at supporting the Acquisition & Real Property unit, with a requirement for ten separate user log-ins and passwords offering unlimited access subscription services. One user must have access to an Online Document Abstractor Service, with services mandated to be available 24/7/365 and including unlimited free training and technical support during weekday business hours. The bid submission deadline was extended to April 6, 2016, at 2:00 PM PST, with the contract period spanning from July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2018. The service requires comprehensive property-related data capabilities, including assessor maps, comparables, custom searches, document images, flood maps, and neighborhood information. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on meeting technical specifications, service availability, and comprehensive data access across California counties.

The procurement includes small business preference provisions, offering a 5% preference to certified small businesses or non-small businesses subcontracting at least 25% to certified small businesses. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements are waived, DVBE incentives remain applicable for any participation above 0.01%. The contract has a stated value of $12,500, though actual payment will be based on monthly usage, with no commitment to expending the full amount unless warranted by service utilization. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1M per occurrence and $2M aggregate general liability coverage, $1M motor vehicle liability, and workers' compensation insurance. The solicitation encourages vendor participation from small businesses and DVBE subcontractors, suggesting a preference for diverse and locally-focused service providers. The procurement mechanism allows for flexible service delivery with scalable user access and a focus on detailed property information services.