Symantec DLP Software Licenses

The state of Maryland is seeking to procure Symantec DLP Software Licenses through a secondary competitive procurement process under the Commercial Off-the-Shelf Software (COTS 2012) contract, with a specific solicitation identified by the number 060B2490021. This procurement opportunity, posted on November 18, 2024, requires potential vendors to submit their bids by November 29, 2024. The procurement is specifically targeted at obtaining software licenses for Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technology from Symantec, with the primary objective of enhancing the state's cybersecurity infrastructure. Eligible bidders must be current Master Contractors under the referenced COTS contract and are required to submit a Letter of Authorization (LOA) along with their bid proposal. The solicitation appears to be structured as a Purchase Order Request for Proposal (PORFP), indicating a structured and formal procurement process with specific technical and compliance requirements.

This procurement opportunity is exclusively limited to Master Contractors who have been previously awarded contracts under the specific COTS 2012 contract, effectively restricting participation to a pre-qualified vendor pool. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the provided documentation. While the exact budget range is not specified, the focus on enterprise-level software licensing suggests a potentially significant financial investment. The restriction to master contractors implies that vendors must have demonstrated technical capability and prior successful engagement with the state's procurement systems. The procurement appears to be focused on replacing or expanding existing DLP software infrastructure, suggesting potential integration requirements with current cybersecurity systems. The targeted nature of this solicitation indicates a strategic approach to software licensing that prioritizes existing vendor relationships and proven technological compatibility.