Network Access Control (NAC) Solution

The City of Baltimore is soliciting proposals for a Network Access Control (NAC) Solution through a formal competitive procurement process. This solicitation seeks to procure a comprehensive NAC system designed to manage and control network access across the city's infrastructure. The NAC solution should provide network visibility, authentication, authorization, and enforcement capabilities to secure the city's network environment. The procurement encompasses both software licensing and implementation services necessary to deploy and integrate the NAC solution with existing network infrastructure. Proposals are due on May 6, 2026, with the solicitation having been posted on April 14, 2026. Interested vendors should obtain all solicitation documents and detailed specifications from the City of Baltimore's supplier portal at https://cityservices.baltimorecity.gov/suppliers/bid-opportunities. Vendors should review all requirements carefully and submit proposals according to the specific instructions outlined in the bid documents by the established deadline.

The solicitation documents available through the City of Baltimore's official supplier portal will contain detailed information regarding any set-aside designations, minority or disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) requirements, and specific organizational qualifications required to respond. The documents will specify whether incumbent vendors exist for related services and any technical requirements for integration with the city's current network infrastructure and systems. Budget ranges, award values, and payment terms, along with evaluation criteria for proposal scoring and selection methodologies, will be detailed in the complete solicitation package. Prospective bidders are encouraged to access the supplier portal promptly to review all documentation, determine eligibility requirements, and identify any mandatory pre-bid meetings or technical conferences that may be scheduled prior to the May 6, 2026 submission deadline.