The California State Board of Equalization issued a solicitation for a BOEM State Tax Administration Record System (STARS) Solution; the full solicitation package is provided as a zip file on the agency’s Cal eProcure event page. Responses are due by 5:00 PM PDT on 2026-10-08. The procurement is an RFx (sell event) for information technology/software services and is not a grant.
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Sacramento
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(916) 274-3350
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G5 Office Interiors LLC at California State Board of Equalization
Effective: Jul 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is a Standard Agreement between the Board of Equalization and G5 Office Interiors LLC for providing moving services, modular furniture installation/reconfiguration, storage, surplus removal, and recycling services for BOE field offices in California. The agreement is effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, and has a maximum value of $249,999.00. It includes detailed statements of work, rate sheets, and special terms and conditions.
CoStar Realty Information Inc. at California State Board of Equalization
Effective: Sep 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract details a 12-month subscription for CoStar Realty database software, providing up to five licenses to the State Board of Equalization. The service period is from September 1, 2026, to August 30, 2027, with a total cost of $45,375.00. The agreement includes comprehensive terms for service, payment, data protection, and general legal provisions.
THE INSIDE SOURCE INC at California State Board of Equalization
Effective: Jun 17, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Standard Agreement between the California Board of Equalization (BOE) and The Inside Source, Inc. outlines the provision of modular systems furniture services, including design, installation, dismantling, and removal of surplus items, for a maximum amount not to exceed $19,500.00. The contract term is from June 17, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The document details the scope of work, payment terms, and various general and special conditions, with specific line item costs for an initial order totaling $19,408.54.
Southern California News Group c/o Orange County Register at California State Board of Equalization
Effective: May 27, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is a Purchase Order for a one-year digital subscription to the Orange County Register for the Board of Equalization Executive Office. The service period is from May 27, 2026, to May 26, 2027, with a total cost of $259.48, to be paid bi-annually. The document outlines responsibilities, budget details, invoicing procedures, and general terms and conditions.
J.D. Power at California State Board of Equalization
Effective: Mar 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a one-year subscription agreement between the State Board of Equalization / Department of Tax and Fee Administration and J.D. Power for digital access to the CONNECT Manufactured Housing Guide. The contract term is from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, with a total contract amount of $573.00, allocated across FY25 and FY26. The agreement includes a detailed statement of work, budget provisions, and various terms and conditions.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from California State Board of Equalization
Board Of Equalization Board Work Group Meeting
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board session focused on the compilation of relevant case law and historical legal overviews regarding intangible property valuations. Discussions centered on the validity of using amicus briefs as a source of official Board guidance, with participants emphasizing the need for neutral and comprehensive legal summaries. Key issues included the burden of proof in valuation cases and the role of various guidance documents, such as letters to assessors, annotations, and the assessor's handbook, in providing clear advisory information.
Board of Education Board Work Group
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting focused on the compilation of relevant case law and a historical legal overview. Representatives from Kada and the CAA presented their perspectives on utilizing neutral case law summaries, specifically addressing burden of proof in intangible valuation cases. The discussion explored how courts have historically addressed these issues, emphasizing the importance of providing tools for a robust and neutral understanding of legal precedents, including the significance of published cases and the potential impact of amicus briefs.
Board Of Equalization Board Meeting
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The board meeting covered the Executive Director's report, including participation in various tax conferences and upcoming advisory council meetings. Discussion topics included a property tax scam affecting residents, board staffing transparency and disclosure requests, and the efficiency of governance policy publications. Additionally, the meeting addressed the Taxpayers Rights Advocate Office report on recent cases, updates on property tax letters to assessors regarding solar energy system exclusions, and the appraisal training and certification program, including efforts to increase assessor participation in joint sessions.
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