Regional Transit Authority - Cybersecurity Assessment & Penetration Testing - IFB 2026-030 (2026)
Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · New Orleans, LA- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans is seeking qualified vendors to provide cybersecurity vulnerability assessment, penetration testing services, post-remediation vulnerability assessment, and virtual CISO support under IFB 2026-030. The project includes network security assessment, host configuration validation, vulnerability mapping, manual verification, and 12 months of vCISO meeting support. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions/clarifications due by October 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Submissions shall be uploaded online via the RTA Procureware portal or delivered to 2817 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Test Report; Vulnerability Assessment Report; A report of recommended strategic products and/or services and/or in-house security modifications; 12 months of vCISO virtual meeting support
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans is seeking qualified vendors to provide cybersecurity vulnerability assessment, penetration testing services, post-remediation vulnerability assessment, and virtual CISO support under IFB 2026-030.
The project includes network security assessment, host configuration validation, vulnerability mapping, manual verification, and 12 months of vCISO meeting support. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions/clarifications due by October 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Submissions shall be uploaded online via the RTA Procureware portal or delivered to 2817 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Test Report
- Vulnerability Assessment Report
- A report of recommended strategic products and/or services and/or in-house security modifications
- 12 months of vCISO virtual meeting support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Unit Price Bid Form (Attachment I)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Participant Information Form
- Addendum Acknowledgement
- Submit to
- https://norta.procureware.com/home
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- New Orleans, LA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 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://norta.procureware.com/home.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Regional Transit Authority in LA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Test Report; Vulnerability Assessment Report; A report of recommended strategic products and/or services and/or in-house security modifications; 12 months of vCISO virtual meeting support. 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 responsible bidder" 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 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 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: Unit Price Bid Form (Attachment I), Non-Collusion Affidavit, Participant Information Form, Addendum Acknowledgement. Review the full document from Regional Transit 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: New Orleans, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.