Cellebrite subscription renewal (brand only)

The State of California issued a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-26200868-1) on April 20, 2026, for the renewal of a Cellebrite subscription on a brand-only basis, with a due date of May 5, 2026. This procurement seeks to renew the existing subscription service for Cellebrite digital forensics and mobile device analysis software utilized by the state's law enforcement and investigative agencies. The deliverables include continued access to Cellebrite software platforms, technical support services, and maintenance of existing software licenses across participating state departments and agencies. The scope encompasses specific Cellebrite modules and licenses with defined quantities, as outlined in Exhibit 6, which establishes the baseline products and subscription terms required for the renewal period. Key objectives include maintaining the state's digital investigation and forensic analysis capabilities while ensuring operational continuity for law enforcement and investigative workflows. The procurement specifies technical requirements and service level expectations necessary to support ongoing operations, with pricing to be submitted on a per-license or per-subscription basis for each Cellebrite product identified in the specification documents.

As a brand-only renewal procurement, this solicitation restricts competition exclusively to the incumbent vendor, Cellebrite, or authorized Cellebrite resellers, bypassing competitive bidding and alternative vendor proposals. This procurement structure indicates the state has determined that Cellebrite's platform is essential to ongoing operations and that switching to alternative solutions would create operational disruptions or incompatibilities with existing investigative workflows and case management systems. The renewal maintains the existing service terms and pricing structure established under the original agreement, with all terms, conditions, and service levels remaining consistent with the predecessor contract. Pricing is expected to align with Cellebrite's standard renewal rates for the subscription period, though specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation. The procurement is likely funded through the state's general fund or departmental budget allocations designated for technology infrastructure and law enforcement tools, ensuring continuity of critical digital forensics capabilities across state agencies.