Starlink satellite equipment and data plans - 3-year agreeme

The State of California is soliciting bids under RFB-IS-27200300-1 for Starlink satellite equipment and data plans under a three-year agreement, with responses due November 19, 2026. The available documentation indicates no explicit set-asides for small, disadvantaged, or other special-category businesses. Appendix A, Exhibit 6 is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form that bidders complete to document certification status, and bidders must also submit the forms listed in the Appendix A purchasing required forms.

The scope covers satellite internet equipment and associated data service plans to support state operations, aimed at enhancing broadband connectivity and communication infrastructure across designated facilities or regions. Bidders must itemize pricing for satellite dishes, routers, modems, installation services, and tiered data plan options, covering equipment costs, monthly recurring service charges, and any ancillary fees. Technical requirements, service levels, and delivery timelines are set out in the specifications document.

Evaluation weighs technical capability, pricing competitiveness, and ability to meet service delivery requirements, with pricing a key component of selection. Funding derives from the state's operating budget or designated departmental appropriations. The contract term is three years with potential renewal options as specified in the final agreement terms. Pricing is firm and fixed for the initial contract period, with rate adjustments during renewal options if applicable.