| Centrify | BWC260607 | FY26 | DB

The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) is soliciting a procurement opportunity for Centrify Software Maintenance and Support Renewal, specifically targeting Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) suppliers. The contract is for a twelve-month period, commencing on May 4, 2026, and concluding on May 3, 2027. This procurement focuses on software maintenance and support services for Centrify software, with the primary objective of ensuring continuous technical support and system updates for the agency's technological infrastructure. The solicitation was posted on January 12, 2026, with proposals due by January 28, 2026. Vendors are required to submit their responses exclusively through the OhioBuys online procurement platform, following strict submission guidelines that prohibit fax or mail submissions. All proposals must be comprehensive, clearly marked with the solicitation title and bid number, and cannot be altered after submission.

The procurement is exclusively reserved for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) suppliers, which represents a significant restriction on potential bidders. Vendors must comply with Ohio's procurement terms and conditions, including submission of an Affirmative Action Program Verification Form for contracts valued at $5,000 or more, completion of a Supplier Information Form, and an IRS Form W-9. Potential suppliers must also register through the Ohio Supplier Portal and adhere to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity standards. While specific contract value details are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves software maintenance renewal, which typically ranges from moderate to significant investment depending on the scope of software licensing and support requirements. Additional compliance requirements include completing a Contractor/Subcontractor Affirmation and Disclosure Form, which affirms prohibitions on offshore service expenditures and investments in certain international entities. All submitted materials become property of the State of Ohio and are subject to public records act regulations.