Cradlepoint MC400-5GB Cellular Modem

The State of California Department of General Services has issued a Request for Bids (RFB) for the procurement of Cradlepoint MC400-5GB Cellular Modems, with bids due by April 24, 2026. This solicitation seeks qualified vendors to supply mobile broadband devices equipped with 5G cellular connectivity technology to support state telecommunications infrastructure and operations. The procurement specifies required quantities of the modems and establishes delivery and performance standards that vendors must meet. The evaluation criteria prioritize responsive and responsible bidders offering the lowest evaluated bid price, with pricing established on a per-unit basis as outlined in Appendix A (Revision 6-6-2024). A bidders' conference will be held prior to the submission deadline to clarify specifications and address vendor questions. Award will be made to the lowest-cost responsive bidder, and vendors must comply with all state purchasing requirements and technical standards specified in the solicitation documents.

This procurement includes provisions for California's Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) program, requiring bidders to complete and submit the CBE Form (Exhibit 6) as part of their bid package to demonstrate compliance with small business, minority-owned business, women-owned business, or disadvantaged business enterprise classifications where applicable. All potential contractors must submit a Certificate of Insurance demonstrating adequate liability coverage, workers' compensation insurance, and other required coverage as mandated by the state prior to contract award and throughout the contract term. The resulting contract will establish binding pricing and delivery terms for the Cradlepoint MC400-5GB devices and may include provisions for future purchases through renewal options or blanket ordering arrangements. Funding for this acquisition derives from the State of California's general operations budget, with specific allocation to the requesting department's technology infrastructure requirements, though specific dollar values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available solicitation materials.