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The Jackson Public School District (JPSD) in Jackson, Mississippi is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Rapid 7 Cybersecurity Software as a Service (SaaS). This procurement seeks comprehensive cybersecurity software services to protect the district's information technology infrastructure and data systems. The primary objective is to acquire a robust, cloud-based cybersecurity solution that meets the district's security requirements and operational needs. Prospective vendors must submit electronic proposals to RFP@jackson.k12.ms.us by Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. Central Time, with submissions directed to the Board of Trustees at the Business Office, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi. A non-mandatory but strongly encouraged pre-bid conference will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. Central Standard Time, with vendors required to email RFP@jackson.k12.ms.us to confirm attendance. The final deadline for submitting questions is March 27, 2026, with answers to be provided by March 31, 2026. RFP proposals may be obtained through the Central Bidding website (www.centralbidding.com) for $49.99 or from the JPSD website (www.jackson.k12.ms.us) at no cost, and vendors must register with Central Bidding to electronically upload proposals.

The RFP document does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or preferred vendor categories; therefore, this procurement appears open to qualified vendors of all types. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject all proposals and withhold acceptance of any RFP if approval is not granted within forty-five calendar days from the opening date. The procurement budget or award value is not disclosed in the available documentation. Legal advertisements for this opportunity were published in the Clarion-Ledger on March 17 and March 24, 2026, as well as in the Jackson Advocate and Mississippi Link. Vendors should direct inquiries and invoicing submissions to Michele Mays (mmays@jackson.k12.ms.us) or Tequia Odom (todom@jackson.k12.ms.us).