FY-26 OMIS - NS32 Duende Software Enterprise Edition

The contract involves the procurement of Duende Software's Enterprise Edition, specifically the Duende IdentityServer, for the Ohio Office of Management Information Systems (OMIS). This software is designed to support organizations with complex architectures or sensitive data, offering advanced features such as resource isolation, dynamic federation, and the OpenId Connect CIBA flow. It is suitable for larger environments and SaaS providers, providing capabilities like resource access management, user authentication through local or external identity providers, session management, and single sign-on. The license is a self-hosted enterprise license with unlimited deployments, valid for one year, and includes priority support with two escalations, with additional escalations available at a cost of 1500 USD each. The contract value is estimated between 500,000 and 1,000,000 USD, emphasizing its scope and significance. The solicitation was posted on September 30, 2025, with a response deadline of October 7, 2025. The procurement process is managed through Ohio's official procurement portal, with the contract falling under NAICS code 541519, which pertains to other computer related services. The contract aims to ensure the Ohio OMIS has robust identity and access management capabilities, supporting secure and scalable digital infrastructure. The document summaries indicate a broader scope of procurement activities within the state, including RFQs and ITBs for infrastructure installation, ammunition, printing equipment, and vehicle upfitting services, reflecting the state's ongoing efforts to modernize and maintain essential services and infrastructure.