Point-of-Sale (POS) System for Cannabis Retail

The contract requires the installation and configuration of a point-of-sale system compliant with California’s regulatory framework for cannabis retail operations, including full integration with the state’s METRC track-and-trace system to ensure real-time inventory reporting and regulatory compliance. The solution must be tailored to meet all state-mandated requirements for sales monitoring, product serialization, and data submission, ensuring seamless operation within licensed cannabis retail environments. The system must support secure, auditable transactions and be capable of handling the unique operational demands of cannabis commerce, such as age verification, purchase limits, and product classification. Performance of this work is designated for Santa Rosa, California, with the contractor responsible for on-site deployment, staff training, and system validation to meet state deadlines. The contract falls under NAICS code 541512 for custom computer programming services and is structured as a subcontract, indicating it is part of a broader procurement effort led by the California Department of Cannabis Control. The solicitation was posted on June 29, 2026, and all deliverables must align with current and future state regulations governing cannabis sales and data reporting, with no flexibility for non-compliant systems or workarounds.