Distributed Learning Services

The California Military Department (CMD) is seeking a contractor to provide Distributed Learning Services across multiple locations in California through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered Event #36923. The procurement will cover technical support for fourteen (14) Distributed Learning Classrooms (DLCs) located in Southern, Central, and Northern California regions, with services commencing on or around November 1, 2025, and continuing through October 30, 2026. The successful contractor must furnish three (3) employees to support the Distributed Learning program, with recommended geographic positioning near high-usage locations. Key personnel qualifications include maintaining a Department of Defense secret clearance, possessing a CompTIA Security+ certification, and having at least five years of experience aligning IT systems with organizational business processes. Bidders must submit detailed cost breakdowns and proposals by October 24, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with all questions required to be submitted to Christopher Russell at Bids@cmd.ca.gov no later than October 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bid from a qualified, responsible bidder.

The CMD has waived Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements for this contract but still encourages DVBE subcontractor involvement. The procurement includes a Small Business Preference provision that will be considered during bid evaluation. The total contract value encompasses a monthly service charge for Distributed Learning Services and up to $18,000 annually for travel costs. The contract targets jurisdictions including Los Angeles County, Lake Riverside CDP, Marin City CDP, Twin Lakes CDP, and Hidden Valley Lake CDP. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to perform a commercially useful function across multiple distributed learning sites. The 12-month contract term offers potential for future renewals or extensions based on performance and departmental needs. The procurement is specifically designed to support technical infrastructure and operational requirements for distributed learning programs across various California locations.