Website Maintenance, Hosting, Implementation and Support Services using CMS

The State of California is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive website maintenance, hosting, implementation, and support services utilizing a Content Management System (CMS) for a one-year contract. The selected provider will deliver hosting and ongoing maintenance for the website, ensuring full compatibility with major mobile devices such as iPhones, iPads, and Android smartphones and tablets.

Core requirements include the integration of a robust site search function, allowing users to search for content with administrator controls to prioritize search results. The website must support personalized content delivery based on user characteristics, facilitate video-on-demand through embedding externally hosted content, and provide the capability to host links to live video streams. Integration with GovDelivery via API or web services is also required.

Additional features encompass Web 2.0 community tools, interactive functionalities such as webforms, commenting, and AI-driven features like chatbots with business intelligence integration. Progressive loading techniques and a real-time accessibility monitoring dashboard must be included to enhance usability. The platform should offer user customization options, including adjustable font sizes and customizable overlays, as well as blog templates comparable to WordPress.

Content management tools such as staging areas, sandboxes, workflow, change management, and a centralized repository with version control are expected. The deadline for submitting questions regarding this opportunity is February 13, 2026.