Bid guide
How to bid on American Sign Language and Real-Time Captioning for CA Franchise Tax Board
What the Franchise Tax Board is buying
The California Franchise Tax Board is seeking vendors to provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters and real-time captioning services. This opportunity is for businesses that can supply these specialized communication services.
Vendors interested in offering professional interpretation and captioning services to a state agency should review this solicitation.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting bids is August 17, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions will not be considered. Ensure your proposal is complete and submitted well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is suitable for firms specializing in professional communication services, specifically American Sign Language interpretation and real-time captioning. Businesses with experience providing these services to government entities or large organizations are encouraged to bid.
The relevant category for this work is professional services, focusing on language and communication support.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to go to the Cal eProcure website. The solicitation number is 0000039597.
You can view the posting and its associated documents without needing an account. However, to submit your response, you will need to sign in to Cal eProcure with a free account. Follow the specific instructions provided in the posting for submitting your bid before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your bid, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience and qualifications in providing ASL interpretation and real-time captioning services. Highlight any certifications or specific expertise your interpreters and captioners possess.
Pay close attention to all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Ensure your proposal addresses each point thoroughly and accurately. Double-check all pricing and administrative details before submission to avoid errors.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Franchise Tax Board; the original posting controls.