Request for Information - Electronic Pollbook Solution

The Maryland State Board of Elections is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) to assess the current market for electronic pollbook solutions, which will inform a future procurement process. The goal is to acquire a comprehensive pollbook system comprising hardware, firmware, and software that can be deployed statewide for the 2028 elections. The Board is interested in solutions that are compliant with Maryland’s legal and regulatory requirements, including security standards set by the Maryland Information Technology Security Standards, the Election Assistance Commission, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). They are open to various deployment models such as cloud-based, hosted, or on-premises systems, provided these meet the specified security and operational criteria. This RFI is part of the planning phase, with a response deadline set for May 29, 2024. The solicitation is managed by the Maryland State Board of Elections, with Whitney Leroux serving as the primary contact. The initiative aims to gather detailed insights into available or planned pollbook solutions to ensure the selected system aligns with state laws, security standards, and election requirements, ultimately supporting the successful implementation of the new pollbook system for the 2028 elections and beyond.