24/7 CYBERSECURITY MONITORING, PATCH MANAGEMENT, AND CYBER NETWORK MONITORING SERVICES-Correction

Jasper County is seeking qualified cybersecurity managed service providers, managed security service providers, or consulting firms to deliver comprehensive 24/7 cybersecurity monitoring, cyber network monitoring, patch management, incident response support, and compliance-related services under an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with a five-year term. The solicitation, identified as RFP #2026-19, was posted on June 4, 2026, with proposals due by July 1, 2026, and is open to all responsible offerors without a set-aside. Performance will occur within Jasper County, South Carolina, at various county facilities, and requires at least one dedicated onsite cybersecurity support resource for a minimum of four days per week. Key technical requirements include 24/7 security operations center (SOC) monitoring, immediate critical incident reporting, submission of weekly and monthly cybersecurity reports, and full compliance with CJIS, NCIC, and SLED security policies. All personnel with access to sensitive law enforcement systems must pass background screenings and hold relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, CEH, GIAC, or equivalent. The award will be made through a best-value trade-off evaluation, where technical merit outweighs price; the top criteria include Technical Approach and Solution (30%), Relevant Experience and Qualifications (25%), Government and CJIS/NCIC Experience (15%), Pricing and Cost Effectiveness (20%), and References and Past Performance (10%). Offers must include a 5% bid bond, and awarded contractors must provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds, along with specified insurance coverage including cyber liability, professional liability, and general liability. Pricing proposals must remain valid for 120 days, and vendors are required to submit a W-9 form, proof of business license, and certificate of insurance. Proposals must be submitted either electronically via the County’s online portal or as one original and multiple hard copies to the Administrative Services Director in Ridgeland, SC, with strict adherence to formatting, section numbering, and labeling requirements to avoid rejection. The contract includes optional renewal periods subject to county approval and requires full transparency regarding subcontractors and key personnel.