RFP C5611826 CDCR Communications and Technology Solution (IC+)

The State of California, through the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to obtain proposals from qualified bidders to provide a communications and technology solution referred to as I-Connect + (IC+). The purpose of this procurement is to enhance incarcerated people's communications, provide electronic access to new services, increase access to existing services through advancements in technology, and provide increased rehabilitative opportunities. The RFP includes key action dates, with a due date of October 23, 2024, and requires a mandatory intent to bid as well as mandatory site visits. The RFP does not provide specific details on pricing terms, set asides, incumbents, the current environment, funding requirements and sources, or award amounts, but focuses on the scope of the requested products and services and the procurement process and timeline.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Similarly, the RFP does not include any details on possible award values or budget ranges for this procurement.