Cybersecurity and Information Security Services - NASPO

NASPO is conducting a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 928 for Cybersecurity and Information Security Services, targeting a vast range of jurisdictions across Washington state, including multiple counties, cities, and special districts such as Franklin, Grant, Chelan, and Yakima County. The procurement seeks to establish Master Agreements with qualified vendors capable of providing advanced cybersecurity and information security services for participating state and local government entities. The RFP aims to leverage collective purchasing power to secure more favorable pricing and comprehensive security solutions for governmental organizations, including state departments, agencies, higher education institutions, political subdivisions, and other eligible governmental entities. Proposals will be accepted until 5:00 PM Eastern Time on June 12, 2025, with interested bidders required to submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their cybersecurity service capabilities. The solicitation is designed to obtain best-value pricing and robust service capabilities, with potential participants ranging from colleges and school districts to counties and cities. Potential vendors must be prepared to provide a full spectrum of cybersecurity services and meet rigorous qualification standards.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the procurement appears open to a wide range of cybersecurity service providers who can demonstrate comprehensive capabilities. The RFP does not restrict participation based on enterprise size or disadvantaged business status, suggesting a competitive and inclusive approach to vendor selection. Interested parties can access full RFP details through the NASPO ValuePoint website at https://www.naspovaluepoint.org/solicitation-information/, with questions directed to Mike Gwinn at (208) 332-1617 or mike.gwinn@adm.idaho.gov. While specific contract values are not specified, the broad jurisdictional coverage and comprehensive nature of the cybersecurity services suggest a potentially significant procurement opportunity. The resulting Master Agreement(s) will be subject to individual chief procurement official approval, indicating a decentralized but coordinated approach to contract implementation across participating governmental entities.