C‑26029 Cloud Security, Monitoring & Compliance for Google Workspace & Microsoft 365

This contract awards Managed Methods, Inc. a firm‑fixed‑price engagement to deliver a cloud‑native security platform that monitors, protects, and ensures compliance for Google Workspace for Education and Microsoft 365 within a K‑12 school district. The solution, ManagedMethods Cloud Monitor, provides continuous monitoring, threat detection, data‑loss‑prevention, compliance reporting, and student‑safety monitoring, operating as a managed service on behalf of the district. The award amount is $63,180, considerably lower than the competing proposals ($1.58 M and $2.51 M), indicating a focus on a cost‑effective, education‑tailored implementation. • Scope: Managed‑service cloud security for two major productivity suites (Google Workspace & Microsoft 365). • Vendor: Managed Methods, Inc. (Boulder, CO) – sole awardee. • Competition: Two higher‑value bids submitted but not selected, suggesting the district prioritized solution fit and price. • Budget: $63,180 award, indicating a modest‑scale or pilot deployment.