Sauk County Managed Detection and Response Solution Request for Proposal - 2025
Sauk CountyCounty · Baraboo, WI- Due
- Dec 9, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Steve Pate
- (608) 355-3542
The 30-second brief
Sauk County seeks proposals from qualified Managed Detection and Response (MDR) vendors or Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP) to supplement the County’s cybersecurity program. The selected vendor will act as an extension of the security team, offering 24x7x365 services without a service gap across approximately 900 nodes and 600 staff, including on-premise and cloud-hosted systems, 80 servers, and Microsoft 365. Services include Security Operations Center (SOC) tier 1 and tier 2 monitoring, threat intelligence, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, incident response, system installation, configuration, and training for IT staff. Responses are due by December 9, 2025, at 4:30 pm.
MDR Configuration and Deployment, Required Hardware, Required Software, Training, Third-party software, Licensing and Support costs – Year 1, Ongoing Annual Support – Years 2 and up
Cost 10%, Solution Compliance with Specifications 55%, Continuing Vendor Support 20%, Vendor Reputation and Past Performance 15%
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Summary
Sauk County seeks proposals from qualified Managed Detection and Response (MDR) vendors or Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP) to supplement the County’s cybersecurity program.
The selected vendor will act as an extension of the security team, offering 24x7x365 services without a service gap across approximately 900 nodes and 600 staff, including on-premise and cloud-hosted systems, 80 servers, and Microsoft 365. Services include Security Operations Center (SOC) tier 1 and tier 2 monitoring, threat intelligence, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, incident response, system installation, configuration, and training for IT staff. Responses are due by December 9, 2025, at 4:30 pm.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Cost 10%
- Solution Compliance with Specifications 55%
- Continuing Vendor Support 20%
- Vendor Reputation and Past Performance 15%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- MDR Configuration and Deployment
- Required Hardware
- Required Software
- Training
- Third-party software
- Licensing and Support costs – Year 1
- Ongoing Annual Support – Years 2 and up
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Vendor Questionnaire
- NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT
- Cost Proposal / Signature Page
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Sauk County Clerk, 505 Broadway, Baraboo, WI 53913
- Scope location
- Baraboo, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sauk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2025. 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: Sauk County Clerk, 505 Broadway, Baraboo, WI 53913. For questions, contact Steve Pate.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sauk County in WI, 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 Steve Pate at (608) 355-3542. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: MDR Configuration and Deployment, Required Hardware, Required Software, Training, Third-party software, Licensing and Support costs – Year 1, Ongoing Annual Support – Years 2 and up. 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: "Cost 10%, Solution Compliance with Specifications 55%, Continuing Vendor Support 20%, Vendor Reputation and Past Performance 15%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sauk County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sauk County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sauk County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Vendor Questionnaire, NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT, Cost Proposal / Signature Page, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Sauk County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Baraboo, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.