Broadcom Symantec DLP

This contract pertains to the procurement of the Broadcom Symantec Data Loss Prevention (DLP) software for the Maryland Department of Human Services under a fixed-price Purchase Order Request for Proposal (PORFP). Only master contractors who hold a current contract under the Commercial Off-the-Shelf Software (COTS 2012), identified by contract number 060B2490021, are eligible to submit bids. The scope involves providing 1,000 licenses of the Symantec DLP Core Package, along with a support and maintenance service for a one-year term from January 22, 2025, to January 21, 2026. The contract emphasizes that the software must be new and unused, with the vendor providing a designated support engineer bundled with the product. Delivery is required at the specified Maryland location, with the initial delivery due by January 22, 2025. The evaluation criteria for award focus primarily on price and conformance to the scope of work, with the agency’s point of contact recommending the most advantageous offer based on these factors. The contract stipulates detailed invoicing instructions, requiring proper invoices with specific information to be sent via email, and mandates that pricing remain valid for at least 90 days post-bid. Additional special requirements include the possibility of adjusting purchase quantities based on funding, the necessity for authorized resellers, and the submission of a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price screenshot. Bidders must also adhere to strict bid submission procedures, including password protection and timely delivery, with questions regarding the solicitation due by December 27, 2024. Overall, the contract aims to enhance data security measures through the deployment of Symantec DLP software, ensuring compliance and data protection within the Maryland Department of Human Services.