25-448DOIT-INFOT-B-49455 | JPMC RFP - Cloud Managed Svcs Provider

The solicitation titled "JPMC RFP - Cloud Managed Svcs Provider" (solicitation number 25-448DOIT-INFOT-B-49455) was issued by the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) on October 14, 2025, seeking a cloud managed services provider to deliver cloud hosting and management solutions, with the place of performance in Chicago, Illinois. This procurement is under the SLED category and focuses on meeting the State of Illinois' stringent security, compliance, and contractual requirements for cloud service vendors. Key aspects include adherence to State of Illinois security mandates such as breach notifications within 24 hours, compliance with state and federal security policies, encryption and data protection standards, annual third-party audits, data residency within the contiguous U.S., disaster recovery, and data sanitization per NIST guidelines. The contract also requires vendors to maintain active coordination with State governance programs to ensure ongoing risk assessments and remediation plans. Moreover, vendors responding to this solicitation must comply with Illinois procurement rules and participate in the state's Commitment to Diversity (C2D) and Business Enterprise Programs. The procurement incorporates evaluation criteria that emphasize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), encouraging subcontracting with Women, Minority, and Persons with Disabilities (WMD) owned businesses. Vendors are required to complete various forms such as the C2D Vendor Answer Sheet, the Illinois Business Enterprise Program Utilization Plan, and the appropriate Vendor Disclosure Forms depending on registration status with the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG). These documents ensure vendor eligibility, commitment to diversity goals, transparency regarding business status, and adherence to good faith efforts in meeting subcontracting goals. The contract solicitation also includes mandatory certifications and disclosure of lobbying activities to promote integrity and compliance in the vendor selection process. Overall, this solicitation reflects a comprehensive approach to secure, inclusive, and accountable cloud managed services procurement for the State of Illinois.