Comprehensive Security Information and Event Management and Security Operations Center Solution

ITN available for distribution: April 14th, 2026

Pre-Proposal Conference: April 29th, 2026

Deadline for receipt of questions: April 29th, 2026

Deadline for receipt of proposals: May 12th, 2026

Virtual Bid Opening Meeting: May 12th, 2026

Projected Board Approval of Contract: June, 2026

Projected contract start date: July, 2026

This RFP seeks a qualified vendor to provide a comprehensive Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Operations Center (SOC) solution that supports both cloud-hosted and on-premises environments. Key considerations for selection include cost-effectiveness, implementation timeline, and overall solution efficacy.

The scope includes providing network security features such as next-generation firewalls, unified threat management, intrusion prevention and detection, and web application firewalls. Endpoint security encompassing endpoint detection and response solutions as well as vulnerability management is required. The system should support identity and access management through on-premises directory services, cloud-based identity management, and network access control.

Additionally, the solution should cover cloud infrastructure (IaaS/PaaS), cloud-native security tools, virtualization platforms, applications and databases, enterprise storage solutions, and components of IoT, operational technology, and physical security such as surveillance, access control, and building automation systems. The contract will have a three-year term. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled, and questions must be submitted by the specified deadline.