Description
The Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) is seeking a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) to strengthen its cybersecurity operations, engineering capabilities, and enterprise risk management. The goal is to create a security department that centralizes SBE cybersecurity functions, eliminates security gaps, improves cyber hygiene, and establishes clearly defined roles and responsibilities. The contract is for a base period of 2 years with two 2-year option periods. The successful offeror will be required to provide a comprehensive MSSP engagement that includes benefits to the Maryland economy, such as subcontracting with Maryland small businesses and MBEs, creating jobs for Maryland residents, and generating tax revenues for the state.
• The contract will be awarded in accordance with the Competitive Sealed Proposals method under COMAR 21.05.03.
• A pre-proposal conference was held on May 14, 2026, and site visits are available upon request.
• The proposal due date is July 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
• The contract duration is 4 years, with a base period of 2 years and two 2-year option periods.
• The primary place of performance is SBE Headquarters in Annapolis, MD, or remote.