Maryland Health Benefit Exchange - Amazon Web Services (Revised) - RFP BPM052896 (2026)
Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of MarylandState · Baltimore, MD- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tracey D. Gamble
- (410) 547-8152
The 30-second brief
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (MHBE) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to renew FedRAMP certified Amazon Web Services' (AWS) Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) offerings. The AWS platform will support multiple environments including systems and applications development, integration, User Acceptance Training, training, staging, and production. The scope includes utilizing Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) to segregate environments and protect Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of users and consumers. Proposals are due by February 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with a virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for December 19, 2025. The contract term is a base period of three years with two additional option years.
Experience and qualifications of the Offeror, Relevance and success of past experience with similar projects and services, References provided by the Offeror, Evaluation criteria for AWS Business Support and AWS Enterprise on Ramp plans
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Summary
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (MHBE) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to renew FedRAMP certified Amazon Web Services' (AWS) Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) offerings.
The AWS platform will support multiple environments including systems and applications development, integration, User Acceptance Training, training, staging, and production. The scope includes utilizing Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) to segregate environments and protect Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of users and consumers. Proposals are due by February 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with a virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for December 19, 2025. The contract term is a base period of three years with two additional option years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and qualifications of the Offeror, Relevance and success of past experience with similar projects and services, References provided by the Offeror, Evaluation criteria for AWS Business Support and AWS Enterprise on Ramp plans
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment B - Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- Attachment C - Contract Affidavit
- Attachment D - Financial Proposal Form
- Attachment E - Non-Exchange Entity Agreement
- Exhibit A - IRS Publication 1075
- Exhibit B - Federal Funds Attachment
- Submit to
- via eMMA
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Baltimore, MD
- Reported agency
- Maryland Health Benefit Exchange
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: via eMMA. For questions, contact Tracey D. Gamble.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland in MD, 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 RFP 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 Tracey D. Gamble at (410) 547-8152. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience and qualifications of the Offeror, Relevance and success of past experience with similar projects and services, References provided by the Offeror, Evaluation criteria for AWS Business Supp..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Attachment B - Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Attachment C - Contract Affidavit, Attachment D - Financial Proposal Form, Attachment E - Non-Exchange Entity Agreement, Exhibit A - IRS Publication 1075, Exhibi. Review the full document from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Baltimore, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.