Request for Information Secure Enterprise Browser Solution

The University of Wisconsin-Madison has issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled Secure Enterprise Browser Solution to gather market intelligence on technologies that can establish a secure, policy-enforced web browsing environment for its decentralized campus structure, which includes over 150 departments. The RFI seeks detailed input from vendors on solutions that either function as a standalone enterprise browser or as a managed extension, capable of enforcing application-layer security policies. Central IT must be able to set universal guardrails while delegating fine-grained control to departmental IT teams, supporting a hierarchical governance model that balances standardization with departmental autonomy. The solution must enable identity-aware access to web applications without relying on traditional VPNs, aligning with Zero Trust Architecture principles, and must robustly safeguard sensitive data including intellectual property, FERPA, HIPAA, CUI, and FedRAMP Moderate information. Vendors are required to demonstrate compliance with NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, and CMMC requirements, particularly for research-related data environments, and must confirm their ability to sign Business Associate Agreements. Responses must include an executive summary, detailed answers to the Section 4 Questionnaire with requested references, and a comprehensive description of pricing structures and licensing models that account for students, faculty, staff, campus affiliates, and external collaborators, including cost details for support tiers, optional modules, and add-ons. All responses must be submitted via email to Caleb Hall, Purchasing Manager at UW-Madison, no later than June 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST. Inquiries must be submitted by May 27, 2026. This RFI is strictly for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, an invitation to quote, or a commitment to procure any product or service. The University reserves the right to modify or cancel the RFI at any time, request additional information, conduct interviews, and use the information gathered to inform the development of a future procurement. No binding contracts will be formed from responses, and no compensation or return of materials is guaranteed. The North American Industry Classification System code is 518210, and the point of contact for administrative matters is Julie Yapp, with the RFI posted under solicitation number RFI-SEB 5.21.26.