RFQ FTB-2627-00001 Security Technology Refresh

The California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is soliciting bids for a Security Technology Refresh project under solicitation number FTB-2627-00001. The selected vendor will provide hardware, software, installation, configuration, and ongoing support to upgrade system infrastructures, which include 20 physical servers, 8 virtual servers, 86 CCURE clients, and 110 Milestone Clients. The scope requires the use of CCURE-certified technicians and ensures compatibility with Milestone XProtect. Performance will take place across multiple California locations, including the Central Campus in Sacramento and various district offices in Oakland, San Francisco, Santa Ana, and San Diego. Final bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, with the event concluding on November 30, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder offering the lowest net cost, with specific incentives available for California certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation and preferences for the Target Area Contract Preference Act (TACPA). Key requirements include a one-year hardware warranty and a five-year manufacturer warranty for BCD Video Servers. Bidders must adhere to strict submission guidelines, using only the State's quotation forms and submitting via email or fax to avoid disqualification. The agreement is subject to various California state regulations, including the Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 and specific non-discrimination and tax compliance certifications. Professional services will be paid in arrears upon successful completion of a five-day User Acceptance Testing period and formal approval by the FTB Contract Manager.