Maryland State Retirement Agency - Non-Discretionary Private Market Investment Consulting Services - 2026
Maryland State Retirement Agency | State of MarylandState · Baltimore, MD- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 42 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Robert Burd
- (410) 625-5571
The 30-second brief
The Maryland State Retirement Agency is seeking proposals for non-discretionary private market investment consulting services covering private equity, private credit, private infrastructure, and private real assets (excluding real estate). The scope includes strategic consulting, deal sourcing, due diligence, portfolio monitoring, database management, quarterly reporting, ongoing board of trustee education, and staff training. The contract term is an initial five years with two one-year renewal options, expected to begin March 1, 2027. Proposals are due by December 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Local Time, and must be submitted via email to [email protected].
Offeror's Technical Response to RFP Scope of Services Requirements, Offeror's Responses to Proposal Questionnaire, Offeror's Experience and References including proposed subcontractors, Economic Benefit to State of Maryland
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Summary
The Maryland State Retirement Agency is seeking proposals for non-discretionary private market investment consulting services covering private equity, private credit, private infrastructure, and private real assets (excluding real estate).
The scope includes strategic consulting, deal sourcing, due diligence, portfolio monitoring, database management, quarterly reporting, ongoing board of trustee education, and staff training. The contract term is an initial five years with two one-year renewal options, expected to begin March 1, 2027. Proposals are due by December 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Local Time, and must be submitted via email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Offeror's Technical Response to RFP Scope of Services Requirements
- Offeror's Responses to Proposal Questionnaire
- Offeror's Experience and References including proposed subcontractors
- Economic Benefit to State of Maryland
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Proposal Affidavit
- Contract Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Affidavit and Disclosure
- Financial Proposal Instructions and Form
- Statement of Minimum Offeror Qualifications
- Proposal Questionnaire
- Form for References
- Form ADV
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Baltimore, MD
- Reported agency
- Maryland State Retirement Agency
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maryland State Retirement Agency | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Robert Burd.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maryland State Retirement Agency | 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 Robert Burd at (410) 625-5571. 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: "Offeror's Technical Response to RFP Scope of Services Requirements, Offeror's Responses to Proposal Questionnaire, Offeror's Experience and References including proposed subcontractors, Economic Benef..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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 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: Proposal Affidavit, Contract Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Affidavit and Disclosure, Financial Proposal Instructions and Form, Statement of Minimum Offeror Qualifications, Proposal Questionnaire, Fo. Review the full document from Maryland State Retirement Agency | 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.