COURT INTERPRETER SCHEDULING SOFTWARE RFP Number: LSS-2026-207-RB

The Judicial Council of California is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP-2026-207-RB) for court interpreter scheduling software to serve the Court Interpreter Program (CIP) and Local Court Support Services (LSS). The procurement targets qualified software providers capable of delivering a three-year subscription-based solution designed to streamline court operations across California's judicial system. The primary deliverable is scheduling software that enables courts to request and assign court employee cross-assignments and Videoconferenced Remote Interpreter (VRI) assignments through email and text communications to various contact groups. Key objectives include improving operational efficiency in interpreter scheduling, enhancing communication capabilities among court staff, and facilitating both in-person and remote interpreter assignments. Prospective vendors must demonstrate significant expertise in court management systems, scheduling software development, and experience serving judicial or government agencies. The solicitation was posted on April 14, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of May 29, 2026. All inquiries regarding the RFP must be directed to Solicitations@jud.ca.gov, and interested vendors should visit the California Courts Bidders/Solicitations webpage at https://www.courts.ca.gov for complete solicitation details and specifications.

The solicitation document does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or preferences for particular vendor categories at this time. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement information. Similarly, the RFP materials provided do not disclose specific award values, budget ranges, or estimated contract amounts for the three-year subscription service. Vendors should consult the complete solicitation documents on the California Courts website for information regarding any technical integration requirements with existing court infrastructure, system compatibility specifications, or data security and compliance mandates that may apply to the selected solution. Interested bidders are encouraged to submit questions to the Judicial Council's procurement contact well in advance of the May 29, 2026 deadline to ensure adequate time for clarification and proposal development.