Description
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is seeking quotations to renew Microsoft Windows Server Core (Datacenter) licenses for its statewide IT environment. The solicitation covers three consecutive one‑year terms, requiring approximately 696 core licenses per term. The purchase is “On‑Premise” (non‑cloud) with delivery required within ten calendar days after order receipt, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Vendors must be U.S.‑based, possess a California seller’s permit, and submit all required certifications (SB/DVBE, Payee Data Record, etc.). The contract is expected to exceed $100 K, with a 40 % subcontracting limit and possible DVBE or small‑business price preferences.
• Scope: Renewal of Windows Server Datacenter Core licenses (product 9EA‑00278) for three one‑year terms (≈ 2,088 cores total).
• Eligibility: U.S. firms only; must provide SB/DVBE certifications if applicable, California seller’s permit, and complete the EIS 4004(C) form.
• Timeline: RFQ released 5 Apr 2026, questions due 7 May 2026, bid due 18 May 2026, award anticipated 1 Jun 2026.
• Delivery/Terms: FOB Destination, delivery within 10 days, payment per California Prompt Payment Act (≤ 45 days).
• Evaluation: Lowest price wins; small‑business and DVBE preferences may adjust effective price.