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DMS Issues RFP for Statewide Contract for Security Solutions

The Department of Management Services' new request for proposals aims to establish a state term contract for digital security solutions.

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The Department of Management Services, Florida's business division focused on workforce and related functions, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to acquire statewide digital security solutions and cybersecurity services for customers.

According to RFP No. 24-43230000, the department may award multiple contracts per service category but reserves the right to award to one or more vendors.

Below are several service categories listed along with brief descriptions:
  • Endpoint-based asset discovery: Services for maintaining up-to-date hardware inventory, improving security management and aiding in incident response efforts
  • Network-based asset discovery: Products or services to identify devices within a specified network, allowing administrators to achieve comprehensive visibility into all connected assets
  • Endpoint detection and response: Products and services for safeguarding individual devices from cyber threats, including real-time prevention and response to malicious activities
  • External-facing asset discovery: Products or services to help identify, analyze and manage the external attack surfaces of customer systems, applications and networks
  • Email security: Products or services responsible for analyzing incoming email messages and detecting potential threats in real time

More detailed information about RFP No. 24-43230000, including all minimum requirements and requested services, can be found online. The deadline for responses is 10 a.m. June 4. Jake Goodrich is the point of contact for this RFP.
Cristina Carter is a Tallahassee-based staff writer. She has a bachelor's degree in English literature and a master's degree in international affairs, both from Florida State University.
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