The California Franchise Tax Board issued a competitive RFQ (FTB‑2526‑1036) for the procurement of HCL BigFix software subscriptions and associated support services. The solicitation required an HCL‑authorized reseller to deliver the software electronically, with a one‑year term beginning upon award and a delivery window of 30 days after receipt of order. The award was intended for Advanced Integrated Solutions, Inc., with the intent‑to‑award notice issued on 21 May 2026 and the formal award expected on 26 May 2026. The contract’s scope includes three BigFix product lines—Inventory, Compliance, and Lifecycle—totaling 2,674 virtual‑server licenses.
• Required HCL reseller status and electronic delivery (FOB Destination).
• One‑year subscription term, renewable only if a new solicitation is issued (no built‑in renewal clause).
• Evaluation based on lowest net price after applying any eligible small‑business, DVBE, or TACPA preferences.
• Mandatory attachments include Payee Data Records, Bidder Declarations, and a detailed Cost Worksheet.