RFQ 10841038 - MICROSOFT MELA & DEFENDER ENDPOINT EDU LICENSES

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a vendor to provide three‑year SaaS licensing for Microsoft 365 A5 Unified Education (including a large student‑use benefit) and Microsoft Defender Endpoint Server Education subscriptions. The award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid for the entire bundle, with all‑inclusive pricing and a small‑business price preference. Quantities repeat each fiscal year: 1,200 M365 A5 Education user licenses, 48,000 student‑use benefit licenses, and 25 Defender Endpoint Server Education licenses. The contract runs from July 1 2026 through June 30 2029, with delivery required within 30 calendar days of order receipt. • Scope: supply of 1,200 + 48,000 + 25 SaaS licenses per year for three fiscal years (no hardware, services, or implementation). • Award Basis: lowest overall price (all‑or‑none) with 5 % small‑business and DVBE preferences. • Key Dates: RFQ posted 04/03/2026, questions due 04/17/2026, quote deadline 04/17/2026 2 PM PT, award notification 05/15/2026, contract start 07/01/2026. • Mandatory compliance: all‑inclusive pricing, cash‑discount ≥1 % (≥ $50), certifications (SB, DVBE, seller’s permit, civil‑rights, Iran Act, etc.). • Contact: Robin Adams, IT Contracts Acquisitions Unit ([email protected], (279) 223‑3193).