RFP for Digital Economy Discovery Program

The Maryland state government is seeking a vendor through Request for Proposal (RFP) 6787cd8f7a1e418c460b8d51 for a Digital Economy Discovery Program, with proposals due on January 6, 2025. The primary objective is to procure a sophisticated data searching and analysis solution capable of comprehensively reviewing publicly available information from social media platforms, online marketplaces, and internet websites. The vendor must develop a technological capability to search, quantify, and match external digital data with internal state data, specifically targeting the identification of non-filers and under-reporters of income. The procurement seeks a vendor with advanced data mining, matching, and analytics capabilities, with demonstrated expertise in digital forensic data collection and analysis. Proposing vendors must demonstrate robust technological infrastructure, data privacy compliance, and the ability to accurately cross-reference digital information with existing state records. The RFP was originally posted on December 12, 2024, allowing approximately four weeks for potential vendors to prepare and submit comprehensive proposals that meet the state's stringent technical and operational requirements.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the procurement appears to be open to qualified technology and data analytics firms with proven capabilities in large-scale data collection and matching processes. The contract likely represents a significant technological investment for Maryland's revenue or economic monitoring departments, potentially valued in the six to seven-figure range depending on the complexity and scope of the required solution. The procurement suggests an interest in leveraging advanced digital forensic technologies to enhance income reporting and compliance mechanisms. Potential vendors should anticipate a competitive selection process that will likely involve technical evaluations, demonstrations of capabilities, and potentially multi-stage review processes. The successful vendor must be prepared to integrate their proposed solution with existing state data systems and maintain the highest standards of data privacy and security throughout the project's implementation.