SW license - multi-year - omnissa - replacing RFB-is-2620091

The State of California issued Request for Bids (RFB) RFB-IS-26200937-1 on May 7, 2026, seeking qualified vendors to provide a multi-year software license renewal for Omnissa products, replacing the previous procurement RFB-IS-2620091. This procurement encompasses comprehensive software licensing solutions necessary to maintain continuity of Omnissa software products across California state operations, with the contract structured to include multiple years of licensing services and potential renewal options to extend the relationship beyond the initial performance period. The solicitation requires bidders to submit detailed proposals addressing specific technical specifications outlined in Appendix A, including precise product SKUs, licensing models, quantity requirements, deployment parameters, and pricing terms that demonstrate cost analysis and value delivery. Evaluation of proposals will be conducted using a Cost/Benefit Estimate (CBE) methodology that assesses vendors across both financial impact and qualitative factors including vendor capability, support services, implementation efficiency, long-term value delivery, license flexibility, and vendor financial stability. The due date for bid submission is May 20, 2026, establishing a compressed thirteen-day response window from the posting date. Successful bidders must demonstrate the ability to support California's IT infrastructure requirements and ensure system compatibility with existing state environments while providing uninterrupted access to critical software solutions necessary for state operations.

The procurement may include set-asides for small businesses and disadvantaged business enterprises as permitted under California law, though the specific designations and restrictions are detailed within the complete RFB documentation. Omnissa may hold incumbent status as the current contractor given this procurement's role as a renewal of the existing agreement, though competitive bidding procedures apply to all qualified respondents. The solicitation is funded through the state's operational budget allocations, providing financial predictability for multi-year software licensing costs; however, specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available summary documents. Bidders should consult the complete RFB package, including the CBE spreadsheet and supporting exhibits, to understand all evaluation criteria, technical requirements, and commercial terms necessary to submit a competitive proposal. The state's approach of utilizing a multi-year commitment structure demonstrates its commitment to maintaining continuity while leveraging this competitive process to potentially achieve improved commercial terms or expanded functionality beyond the existing agreement.