Known GenAI Purchases Written Solicitation Requirement - 2304.1

Acquisitions for the known purchase of GenAI or that use GenAI in the performance of a contract, must be conducted using a written solicitation.  Use of acquisition methods that do not require a written solicitation (e.g., phone quotes, Fair and Reasonable Acquisition Method) are prohibited for these purchases.

The State Chief Procurement Officer (Procurement Division Deputy Director) may grant an exception on a case-by-case basis for transactions subject to DGS’ procurement authority by submitting a request to pams@dgs.ca.gov.