Cybersecurity Strategic Support

The Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) intends to award a sole source contract to GGS Consulting for comprehensive cybersecurity support services for K-12 school districts across multiple Washington counties. The primary objective of this contract is to build cybersecurity capacity by developing critical resources including a Cybersecurity Guide and workbook, an OSPI Cybersecurity Strategic Support report, and implementing a comprehensive PEN-testing and cyber hygiene testing strategy. Specific deliverables include implementing essential protective measures such as multifactor authentication, device administrative access, and network VPN/server security to safeguard school networks. The contract will run from March 2025 through June 30, 2027, with interested consultants required to submit capability statements by 3:00 pm on March 17, 2025. The selected contractor will provide expertise in enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure, with a focus on strengthening K-12 digital security protocols and supporting school districts in developing robust technological defense mechanisms.

The contract is specifically targeted at a veteran-owned, Washington-based micro business, with GGS Consulting selected due to their unique expertise and established relationships in K-12 cybersecurity. The contractor's principal brings significant credentials, including experience as a former Director of Information Technology Services for Pullman Public School District and certifications from the Project Management Institute and Global Information Assurance. The contract will be funded through state dollars, with a total value not to exceed $100,000, compensating the contractor at an hourly rate of $150, inclusive of travel and all contract-related costs. The contractor has demonstrated established relationships with key stakeholders including OSPI, K20, WEA, WSIPC, Educational Service Districts, State CISO, WATECH, and CISA. The procurement covers a wide range of Washington jurisdictions, including but not limited to Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima Counties, ensuring broad geographical support for cybersecurity initiatives across the state's K-12 educational landscape.