California eProcure #10850237

CCHCS Solicits Modified Nintendo Switch Consoles and Games for Correctional Mental Health Therapy

California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is seeking modified gaming consoles and accessories for use in mental health recreational therapy groups within correctional facilities. - Government Buyer: - California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS), California Health Care Facility - OEMs and Vendors: - Nintendo (primary OEM for consoles, controllers, and games) - Products/Services Requested: - 6 Nintendo Switch Consoles (part number: 110477), each physically modified: - Wi-Fi, network, and phone connections disabled (hardware modification, not just software) - Game cartridge reader removed - MicroSDXC card (512GB, part numbers: SDSQUJQ-512G-GZ6MA and SDSQUJQ-512GGZ6MA) sealed into console with epoxy - Bluetooth must remain operational for wireless controllers - 6 Joy Con Controllers (part number: 104882) with clear/transparent housing (modification required) - 6 digital downloads each of 24 specified Nintendo Switch games, including: - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Monopoly Madness, NBA 2K25, and others - Maintenance, troubleshooting, and provision of loaner units during repairs - Minimum 12-month warranty on all systems - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All consoles must be physically modified for correctional security (hardware-level disabling of connectivity, cartridge reader removal, MicroSD card sealing) - Games must be preloaded onto each console; a new Nintendo Account must be created for each - Additional controllers must be in clear/transparent casings - Contractor responsible for ongoing maintenance and providing loaner units - Compliance with state terms and GenAI disclosure requirements - Best value selection methodology - No specific resellers or distributors are named; Nintendo is the only OEM explicitly referenced.

Description

This solicitation is for the provision of gaming systems and games specifically designed for Mental Health recreational therapy groups within the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS). The gaming consoles will be modified for correctional settings by disabling Wi-Fi capabilities and removing game cartridge readers, among other customizations. The contractor is responsible for preloading specified games, providing maintenance, and offering loaner units during repairs. The contract includes a minimum 12-month warranty and requires compliance with state terms and conditions.

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