Description
The State of Maryland’s Department of Information Technology is seeking a Master Contractor (already holding a COTS 2012 contract) to provide additional license capacity for its “Abnormal” cloud‑based security platform. The solicitation is issued as a Purchase Order Request for Proposal (PORFP) and is limited to qualified Master Contractors that can submit a Letter of Authorization and meet Small Business Reserve (SBR) requirements. The work consists of supplying new, unused software licenses (approximately 75,000 total across three product lines) and ensuring the software is virus‑free, with optional installation and training services. The contract will be awarded on a price‑best‑value basis, with invoicing handled through the state’s e‑procurement system.
• Add ~75,000 new licenses for Abnormal AI security products (Inbound Email, Core Account, AI Security Mailbox).
• Licenses must be new, unused, and delivered with manufacturer‑provided MSRP screenshots.
• Master Contractor must be an authorized reseller under the existing COTS 2012 contract (060B2490021).
• Optional installation and training services may be included (cannot exceed 49% of PORFP value).
• Pricing must be valid for at least 90 days; invoices submitted via eMMA within 30 days of acceptance (one‑time) or annually for recurring fees.
• Deadline for bid submission: 10/30/2026 2:00 PM; electronic submission only.
• Small Business Reserve eligibility required; only certified SBR vendors may be awarded.