STC BARRACUDA

The State of South Carolina, through the State Fiscal Accountability Authority, is soliciting bids for a statewide term contract for Barracuda security software products and services under solicitation number 5400029557. The scope of work focuses on the BarracudaOne AI-powered cybersecurity platform, including email protection, data protection, network security, and managed XDR solutions. The contract is designed to provide these services to using governmental units and local governmental entities, requiring compliance with FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST-based security controls. The initial contract term is one year, with four optional one-year renewals, potentially extending the total period of performance from October 25, 2026, to October 24, 2031. Bidders must submit their proposals by September 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST via the state procurement portal. The evaluation process utilizes a weighted bid schedule where offerors provide a single percentage discount off the Barracuda MSRP list price across various product categories. Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with the possibility of selecting up to three offerors. Key requirements for bidders include providing a Letter of Authorization from Barracuda within 90 days of the award, certifying compliance with South Carolina illegal immigration laws, and submitting both a complete and a redacted version of their proposal. Deliveries are expected within 30 days after receipt of a purchase order on an FOB Destination basis.