California eProcure #26-004

California Secretary of State Seeks Vendor Input for CBC Online Portal Modernization or Replacement

The California Secretary of State (SOS) is seeking vendor input for the modernization or replacement of the California Business Connect (CBC) online portal. - Government Buyer: - California Secretary of State, Business Programs Division, Contract Services | Management Services Division - Scope of Request: - Information on software solutions and related support services for CBC modernization or replacement - Solutions may include: - Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software - Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) - Configurable platforms - Custom-built solutions - Support for business filings, records management, workflow, payment processing, reporting, and integration - System must be secure, scalable, and web-based - Must support up to 10,000 concurrent public users and 400 internal users - Technical and Functional Requirements: - High-volume transaction processing - Workflow management and document imaging - Integration with partner agencies and external systems - Data migration, scalability, and robust APIs - Security, privacy, fraud prevention, and accessibility compliance - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a market research RFI - Information gathered will inform future procurement planning for a modern, resilient online business filing system

Description

The California Secretary of State issued a Request for Information (RFI) #26-004 seeking market information on software solutions and support services for the modernization or replacement of the California Business Connect (CBC) online system. The RFI aims to gather information on solution approaches, implementation models, costs, schedules, and risks to inform future planning and procurement. The system supports business filings, searches, and records management for entities such as LLCs, LPs, corporations, and UCC records. The response deadline is September 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT.

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