ESBD_499713_1774357178335_IFB-FY26-RITM1210244-Hack_The_Box-DFPS.zip

This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) document issued by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) for cybersecurity training and ethical hacking services. The procurement, identified as RITM1210244, seeks to procure Hack The Box training platform access and related cybersecurity education services. The solicitation requests detailed pricing for various training modules and certifications designed to enhance the cybersecurity skills of DFPS personnel. Specific response deadlines, bid submission procedures, and evaluation criteria are outlined within the IFB package. The contract term, renewal options, and any site visit or bidders' conference requirements are detailed in the supporting documentation included in the solicitation file.

The pricing structure and any applicable set-asides, such as small business or disadvantaged business enterprise preferences, are specified within the bid documents. Funding for this procurement is sourced through the DFPS budget allocation for fiscal year 2026. The solicitation is open to qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive cybersecurity training solutions that meet the technical and operational requirements outlined by the state agency. All proposals must comply with Texas procurement regulations and DFPS contracting requirements.