Chicago Housing Authority - ITS SP 91503 Cybersecurity Assessment & Pen Testing - 2026
Chicago Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Chicago, IL- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Frederica Juste
- (312) 935-2600
The 30-second brief
The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking qualified cybersecurity firms for a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment and penetration testing contract, covering internal and external vulnerability scans, web application security testing, authentication and authorization controls, wireless security testing, and social engineering exercises including phishing. The scope encompasses 20 external web applications, 11 internal web applications, 1,400 workstation endpoints, 4 domain controllers, 1 Active Directory domain, and Microsoft Entra ID integration. Submissions are due by October 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM CT, with a 1-year base period and two 1-year option periods. Vendors must demonstrate 3+ years of penetration testing experience and provide certified personnel with relevant industry credentials such as OSCP, OSCE, or GPEN.
Internet External Vulnerability Security Assessment, Internet Internal Vulnerability Security Assessment, Wireless Security Testing, Advanced Social Engineering & Phishing Exercise, Detailed Reporting Summaries, Analytics & Recommendations
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Summary
The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking qualified cybersecurity firms for a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment and penetration testing contract, covering internal and external vulnerability scans, web application security testing, authentication and authorization controls, wireless security testing, and social engineering exercises including phishing.
The scope encompasses 20 external web applications, 11 internal web applications, 1,400 workstation endpoints, 4 domain controllers, 1 Active Directory domain, and Microsoft Entra ID integration. Submissions are due by October 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM CT, with a 1-year base period and two 1-year option periods. Vendors must demonstrate 3+ years of penetration testing experience and provide certified personnel with relevant industry credentials such as OSCP, OSCE, or GPEN.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Internet External Vulnerability Security Assessment
- Internet Internal Vulnerability Security Assessment
- Wireless Security Testing
- Advanced Social Engineering & Phishing Exercise
- Detailed Reporting Summaries
- Analytics & Recommendations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Utilization Plan
- Compliance Certification Form
- Contractors Affidavit
- Economic Disclosure Statement Form
- HUD-50071 - Certification of Payments to Influence Federal Transactions
- HUD 5369-A Representations
- Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders
- Required Insurance Certificate
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Chicago Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Frederica Juste.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Chicago Housing Authority in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Quote submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Frederica Juste at (312) 935-2600. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet External Vulnerability Security Assessment, Internet Internal Vulnerability Security Assessment, Wireless Security Testing, Advanced Social Engineering & Phishing Exercise, Detailed Reporting Summaries, Analytics & Recommendations. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Utilization Plan, Compliance Certification Form, Contractors Affidavit, Economic Disclosure Statement Form, HUD-50071 - Certification of Payments to Influence Federal Transactions, HUD 5369-A Represen. Review the full document from Chicago Housing Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.