FY26 Renewal– Cellebrite UFED 4PC Ultimate Renewal

The Ohio Department of Commerce, specifically for Franklin County, is seeking a renewal of the Cellebrite UFED 4PC Ultimate Annual Subscription through State Term Schedule (STS033) for their Enforcement section. This procurement is for a digital forensic software license that enables investigators to extract data from electronic devices like cell phones and tablets. The contract opportunity (ID: 6872357bce0be5a9c3082c3a) was posted on July 11, 2025, with a proposal due date of July 28, 2025. The procurement involves one license with a specific serial number (SN - 1093796824), spanning from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Vendors must include the STS number on their quote and ensure the product is listed on the specified State Term Schedule. The software license requires immediate attention due to a lapse in the FY25 request, necessitating an expedited procurement process. Licenses should be emailed to comitlicensing@com.ohio.gov, with delivery to the Ohio Department of Commerce at 6606 Tussing Road, Dock 1 in Reynoldsburg, OH 43068.

The contract appears to be restricted to suppliers on STS033, which may limit competitive bidding. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the documentation. The procurement is specifically for Cellebrite Inc.'s product, suggesting a sole-source or narrow competitive environment. While a precise budget is not explicitly stated, the procurement is based on previous years' costs, indicating a consistent annual investment in digital forensic technology. The requirement is for a single annual subscription, which implies a relatively straightforward procurement process. The contract represents a critical technology investment for the Ohio Department of Commerce's investigative capabilities, focusing on digital evidence extraction. No information was provided about incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements beyond the software license renewal.