Network Security Software, Hardware, and Services

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is issuing a solicitation for the procurement of network security solutions, including software, hardware, support/maintenance, training, and related services. Vendors must submit pricing that reflects a minimum percentage discount off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for each product category, provide fully‑loaded hourly rates for implementation, consulting, and break/fix services, and indicate the best delivery time in business days. The bid is evaluated on discount percentages, service hourly rates, and delivery speed, with a total of 1000 points possible. No alternates, equivalents, or substitutions are allowed. • Required items: hardware, software, support/maintenance, training, services from a predefined vendor list (e.g., Algosec, Broadcom, Check Point, Fortinet, etc.). • Evaluation criteria: percentage discount off MSRP (max 600 points), hourly service rates (max 200 points), delivery time (max 200 points). • Pricing format: tables must be completed exactly as instructed; no additional items. • Contact: Melissa Hubbard (procurement contact). • No explicit submission deadline, pre‑bid meeting, or site visit is noted.