LAO 2009-10 Budget Analysis Series: Transportation: DMV: Management of IT Projects

The DGS perceives the involvement of independent consultants in the development of RFP as a conflict of interest that could lead to protests by vendors not selected for the job. Consequently, under the DGS approach, any problem in RFP would be addressed, not at the outset in the development phase, but rather through subsequent addendums (modifications) to the document after it has been released.
https://lao.ca.gov/analysis_2009/transportation/trans_anl09004011.aspx

^[PDF] The Financial Information System for California

(We note that since the RFP has already been released, this option would require an addendum to the RFP.)  Advantages: – This approach would provide more tangible products. – This would give the Legislature additional options to consider, including the option to develop a less costly version of FI$Cal.  Disadvantages: – There would be substantial up-front costs
https://lao.ca.gov/handouts/state_admin/2010/Fi$cal_update_05_05_10.pdf

LAO 2009-10 Budget Analysis Series: General Government: Financial Information System For California (FI$Cal)

The RFP could be shelved and project staff transferred to other projects. Any products the project has completed thus far, including the RFP, system requirements, and a schedule of accounts, could be used as groundwork to reestablish a FI$Cal system in the future.
https://lao.ca.gov/analysis_2009/general_govt/gen_anl09004006.aspx

Try Before You Buy: Expanding Multi-Stage Procurements for Large IT Systems

After reworking the RFP accordingly, including the creation of the criteria for each of two stages of the procurement, DGS released the RFP in spring 2009. Four reputable vendors submitted stage one proposals.
https://lao.ca.gov/2009/stadm/IT_procurement/IT_procurement_111109.aspx

The 2026-27 Budget: Department of Developmental Services

Mar 13, 2026 - The department stated that it aims to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) in 2026 ‑27 based upon the findings from the RFI. Additionally, DDS stated that it is working with DHCS to submit a renewed Planning Advanced Planning Document to continue enhanced federal funding beyond September 2026.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5157

^[PDF] Try Before You Buy: Expanding Multi-Stage Procurements for Large IT Systems

After reworking the RFP according- ly, including the creation of the criteria for each of two stages of the procurement, DGS released the RFP in spring 2009. Four reputable vendors submitted stage one proposals.
https://lao.ca.gov/2009/stadm/IT_procurement/IT_procurement_111109.pdf

^[PDF] The Financial Information System for California

. – The request for proposal (RFP) for a prime vendor would be complete. In theory, the RFP could be shelved, updat- ed, and revisited when the state is better prepared to pay for the cost of system development.
https://lao.ca.gov/handouts/state_admin/2010/FI$Cal_03_11_10.pdf

Overview of Wildfire Prevention and Response Funding [Publication Details]

Apr 8, 2026 - Overview of Wildfire Prevention and Response Funding [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5173

Major H.R. 1 Changes in CalFresh [Publication Details]

Apr 8, 2026 - Major H.R. 1 Changes in CalFresh [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5174

H.R. 1 Financing Impact on Medi-Cal Providers [Publication Details]

Apr 6, 2026 - H.R. 1 Financing Impact on Medi-Cal Providers [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5172