Northwestern Michigan College Information Technology Security Audit RFP 2026
Northwestern Michigan CollegeHigher Ed · Traverse City, MI- Due
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Don Loeffler
- (231) 995-1130
The 30-second brief
Northwestern Michigan College is seeking proposals to conduct an Information Technology (IT) Security Audit on the college's enterprise IT environment, including penetration testing and review of CIS Level 1 Controls.
Executive summary and presentation to the Board of Trustees, Detailed assessment reports, Findings, And analysis, Recommended remediations and an action plan, Any additional documentation or relevant information, Presentation of the deliverables to the NMC IT security team, Opinion letter outlining assessment of NMC IT Security position.
The bidder's history working with higher education institutions, The bidder's ability to satisfy each term and condition fully, Compliance with the specifications stated herein, Experience with delivering the requirements of the specification, Cost (including pricing and price protection), Ability to provide service for those items in the specification to require an ongoing service contract of technical expertise, demonstrated or demonstrable with respect to the specification, References from previous customers for work of similar scope, Other factors not specifically expressed here that are relevant to determine which proposal will succeed.
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Summary
Northwestern Michigan College is seeking proposals to conduct an Information Technology (IT) Security Audit on the college's enterprise IT environment, including penetration testing and review of CIS Level 1 Controls.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The bidder's history working with higher education institutions, The bidder's ability to satisfy each term and condition fully, Compliance with the specifications stated herein, Experience with delivering the requirements of the specification, Cost (including pricing and price protection), Ability to provide service for those items in the specification to require an ongoing service contract of technical expertise, demonstrated or demonstrable with respect to the specification, References from previous customers for work of similar scope, Other factors not specifically expressed here that are relevant to determine which proposal will succeed.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Executive summary and presentation to the Board of Trustees
- Detailed assessment reports
- Findings
- Analysis
- Recommended remediations and an action plan
- Any additional documentation or relevant information
- Presentation of the deliverables to the NMC IT security team
- Opinion letter outlining assessment of NMC IT Security position
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Organizational chart or narrative of firm's structure and ownership, Number of years the company has operated, List by professional discipline of total full time employees, Brief job resume of employees involved in purchase negotiations, Description of current financial position, List 3-6 similar projects completed within the last five (5) years, 3 references (company name, address, contact, phone number).
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Northwestern Michigan College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 17, 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. For questions, contact Don Loeffler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Northwestern Michigan College in MI, 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 Don Loeffler at (231) 995-1130. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Executive summary and presentation to the Board of Trustees, Detailed assessment reports, Findings, And analysis, Recommended remediations and an action plan, Any additional documentation or relevant information, Presentation of the deliverables to the NMC IT security team, Opinion letter outlining. 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: "The bidder's history working with higher education institutions, The bidder's ability to satisfy each term and condition fully, Compliance with the specifications stated herein, Experience with delive..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Northwestern Michigan College?
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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: Organizational chart or narrative of firm's structure and ownership, Number of years the company has operated, List by professional discipline of total full time employees, Brief job resume of employe. Review the full document from Northwestern Michigan College for the complete list.