RFO 5000003282 Project Managers

CalSTRS is seeking to procure up to four highly experienced IT Project Managers to oversee complex technology projects at its West Sacramento headquarters, with potential remote work, under a 24-month contract with an option to extend up to 36 months. The selection process emphasizes technical expertise, experience, and competitive hourly rates, evaluated through a multi-phase process that includes minimum qualification screening, technical scoring, cost comparison, and optional interviews. The contract is structured around hourly billing supported by current CMAS or GSA agreements, with detailed submission requirements including specific forms, resumes, and supporting agreements. The work involves managing projects aligned with industry standards such as PMBOK, SDLC, Agile, and ITIL, with deliverables monitored via weekly reports and milestone tracking. The contract incorporates rigorous security, confidentiality, and personnel requirements, mandating background investigations, adherence to CalSTRS information security policies, and annual disclosures of economic interests. Key personnel must be approved by CalSTRS and cannot be substituted without prior approval, and all personnel must pass background checks before commencing work. The scope of work emphasizes project initiation through close-out, with deliverables reviewed and approved by CalSTRS at its location, following a quality assurance process. Payment is made monthly based on satisfactory services, with detailed invoicing procedures. Proposal submissions are strictly electronic, limited to one compressed file not exceeding 150MB, due by September 19, 2025, with all required documentation included. The contract emphasizes compliance with applicable state and federal laws, nondiscrimination policies, and confidentiality standards, supported by numerous exhibits and forms that define responsibilities, security protocols, and certification requirements.