Request for Proposal: Secure Services Edge (SSE) Solution

The State of Oregon, through the Department of Administrative Services and Enterprise Information Services, is soliciting proposals for a Secure Service Edge (SSE) Solution under solicitation number S-10700-00017534. The objective is to acquire a comprehensive security suite for an anticipated initial five-year contract term. The required solution must encompass several key capabilities, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), DNS Security, and SaaS/API Security. In addition to the platform and licensing, the contract includes requirements for professional services from solution architects and engineers, technical account management, and a robust training program covering administrator, SOC, and agency onboarding needs. Proposals will be evaluated based on total evaluated price over the five-year term and past performance, with reference checks focusing on service quality, responsiveness, and cost accuracy. Interested parties must submit a separate, unencrypted price proposal workbook along with certifications regarding tax compliance, conflict of interest, and adherence to Oregon state laws, including the False Claims Act and anti-discrimination policies. The submission process requires several mandatory attachments, including a Proposer Information and Certification Sheet, a Reference Check Form, and a Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan. All submitted proposals are considered public records under Oregon law unless a Disclosure Exemption Affidavit is provided for specific trade secrets.