Cybersecurity Compliance & Audit Support

The contract requires full compliance with the Department of Public Safety’s cybersecurity policies, specifically mandating adherence to CJIS standards across all platform operations and subcontractor activities. This includes conducting regular audits, performing comprehensive risk assessments, and maintaining robust incident response plans to ensure the safeguarding of sensitive data and systems. All parties must demonstrate ongoing alignment with state and federal cybersecurity frameworks, with a focus on proactive threat mitigation and continuous monitoring to uphold data integrity and confidentiality. Subcontractors are held to the same stringent requirements as the primary contractor, ensuring a unified security posture throughout the supply chain. The solicitation is open for responses until July 24, 2026, under the NAICS code 541990 for other professional, scientific, and technical services, with no set-aside classification specified. Performance is expected to support the Texas Department of Public Safety, and interested parties must engage through the designated Texas SmartBuy portal to submit proposals by the deadline.