Maryland Health Benefit Exchange Tenable Subscription Renewal IFB - BPM057370 (2026)
Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of MarylandState · Baltimore, MD- Due
- Aug 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tracey D. Gamble
- (410) 547-8152
The 30-second brief
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is seeking bids for a 12-month subscription renewal for its Tenable Security solution, including maintenance, support, and upgrades. The required components consist of 500 assets for Tenable Vulnerability Management (Renewal) under item TIO-VM and Standard Tenable Vulnerability Management Container (Renewal) under item TIOVM-STNDC, with a performance period from September 17, 2026, to September 16, 2027. Bidders must be authorized Tenable resellers and submit proof via a letter of authorization. The submission deadline is August 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST, with a virtual pre-bid conference scheduled for July 28, 2026. Bids must be submitted via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) as a firm fixed price contract.
1 (One) TIO-VM Tenable Vulnerability Management (Renewal), 500 Assets; 1 (One) TIOVM-STNDC Standard Tenable Vulnerability Management Container (Renewal)
Lowest Total Bid Price on IFB Attachment D - Bid Form
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Summary
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is seeking bids for a 12-month subscription renewal for its Tenable Security solution, including maintenance, support, and upgrades.
The required components consist of 500 assets for Tenable Vulnerability Management (Renewal) under item TIO-VM and Standard Tenable Vulnerability Management Container (Renewal) under item TIOVM-STNDC, with a performance period from September 17, 2026, to September 16, 2027. Bidders must be authorized Tenable resellers and submit proof via a letter of authorization. The submission deadline is August 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST, with a virtual pre-bid conference scheduled for July 28, 2026. Bids must be submitted via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) as a firm fixed price contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Total Bid Price on IFB Attachment D - Bid Form
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1 (One) TIO-VM Tenable Vulnerability Management (Renewal), 500 Assets; 1 (One) TIOVM-STNDC Standard Tenable Vulnerability Management Container (Renewal)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A – Standard Contract
- Attachment B – Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- Attachment C – Contract Affidavit
- Attachment D – Bid Form
- Attachment E – Federal Funds Attachment (including E-1 and E-2)
- Letter of Authorization from manufacturer
- Submit to
- https://procurement.maryland.gov/emma-qrgs/
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Baltimore, MD
- Reported agency
- Maryland Health Benefit Exchange
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 13, 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: https://procurement.maryland.gov/emma-qrgs/. For questions, contact Tracey D. Gamble.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 IFB 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1 (One) TIO-VM Tenable Vulnerability Management (Renewal), 500 Assets; 1 (One) TIOVM-STNDC Standard Tenable Vulnerability Management Container (Renewal). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest Total Bid Price on IFB Attachment D - Bid Form" 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?
All active and historical solicitations from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 A – Standard Contract, Attachment B – Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Attachment C – Contract Affidavit, Attachment D – Bid Form, Attachment E – Federal Funds Attachment (including E-1 and E-2), Le. 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.