California eProcure #26-0052

CAL FIRE Seeks Input on Enterprise Web and Intranet Platform Consolidation

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Technology Services Division, is seeking vendor input on consolidating its public-facing websites and internal intranet onto a single enterprise Content Management System (CMS) platform. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) - Technology Services Division, Information Technology, Administration, Planning & Procurement - OEMs Mentioned: - Sitecore (current public web platform) - Umbraco (current intranet platform, supported by Proworks Corporation) - Products/Services Requested: - Enterprise CMS platform capable of supporting both public-facing websites and internal intranet/portal - Migration of existing content and potentially related transactional databases - Accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.2 Level AA, California AB 434) - Integration with CAL FIRE's identity management systems - U.S. or Canada-based contractor staff and data residency within the continental U.S. - Notable Requirements: - Feedback on platform capabilities, migration approaches, licensing models, and cost structures - Risk mitigation strategies for migration and platform consolidation - Reduction of technical debt and maintenance overhead - Multi-site management and role-based publishing workflows - This is a Request for Information (RFI) for market research and planning, not a solicitation for bids or proposals

Description

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Technology Services Division, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather feedback on draft requirements and survey potential market offerings for an enterprise Content Management System (CMS) that supports both public-facing websites and internal intranet from a single platform. The RFI aims to explore the feasibility of consolidating CAL FIRE's current dual CMS platforms into one to reduce technical debt and platform fragmentation. The RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by August 28, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the designated contact.

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