RFP Secondary # 10222291 - PMBOK

The California Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids under solicitation 0000040802 to develop a training program and provide consulting services aimed at implementing consistent project management business practices. The contractor will be required to analyze existing departmental practices and provide practical application training and guidance based on the Project Management Institute's PMBOK Guide and Department Administration Manual 7900. Key deliverables include the production of instructional materials, manuals, and digital media, with additional specific services to be authorized through individual work orders. The contract is awarded to the highest scored responsive and responsible bidder, with specific preferences applied for certified Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Key personnel must possess a PMP certification, at least 10 years of PMBOK-based project management experience, 5 years of instructional experience in PMBOK courses, and 5 years of experience with State of California processes. Proposers must adhere to a minimum 3.0 percent DVBE participation commitment and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability and automobile liability. Proposals must be submitted under sealed cover by November 18, 2026. Administrative terms include a 10 percent payment retention clause, a 30-day termination notice for convenience, and a requirement to renew Contractor Certification Clauses every three years. All copyright works created during the performance of the agreement remain the property of the State.