RFP_37097-OT_ Cyber Security Maturity Model Certification Assessment (level 2)

The State of Maryland is soliciting proposals through Request for Proposal (RFP) 37097-OT for a Cyber Security Maturity Model Certification Assessment at Level 2. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the state's cybersecurity maturity against established frameworks and standards, with the primary objective of evaluating current security postures and identifying areas for improvement to achieve Level 2 certification. The successful vendor will be responsible for delivering a detailed assessment report documenting findings, recommendations, and a roadmap for achieving the target maturity level. Qualified respondents must demonstrate expertise in cybersecurity maturity model assessments, certification processes, and knowledge of relevant industry standards and frameworks. The RFP was posted on May 5, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of May 26, 2026, allowing interested vendors approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their responses.

The RFP document provided does not specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other restricted vendor categories, nor does it identify incumbent contractors or existing technology infrastructure requiring integration. Similarly, no award value or budget range is disclosed in the available information. Interested vendors should obtain the complete RFP solicitation document from the State of Maryland's procurement portal to access detailed specifications regarding eligibility requirements, evaluation criteria, scoring methodologies, and any applicable preferences or restrictions that may apply to this opportunity.