The University of Southern Mississippi Enterprise Cybersecurity Monitoring and Response Program RFP 2026
City of FultonCity · Fulton, MS- Due
- Mar 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amber Floyd
- (601) 266-4131
The 30-second brief
Seeks proposals for an enterprise-grade managed cybersecurity monitoring and incident response solution to enhance the University's ability to prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats. The solution must provide continuous monitoring, advanced threat detection, coordinated incident response, and access to a 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC).
Enterprise Cybersecurity Monitoring and Response Program solution, Including access to a 24x7 SOC.
Cost, Requirements, Implementation Schedule
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Summary
Seeks proposals for an enterprise-grade managed cybersecurity monitoring and incident response solution to enhance the University's ability to prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats.
The solution must provide continuous monitoring, advanced threat detection, coordinated incident response, and access to a 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost
- Requirements
- Implementation Schedule
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Enterprise Cybersecurity Monitoring and Response Program solution, Including access to a 24x7 SOC.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A (Bid Specifications), Excel spreadsheet
- Submit to
- Bond Hall, Room 214, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Duration
- 24 months
- Reported agency
- The University of Southern Mississippi
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fulton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 9, 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: Bond Hall, Room 214, Hattiesburg, Mississippi. For questions, contact Amber Floyd.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fulton in MS, 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 Amber Floyd at (601) 266-4131. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Enterprise Cybersecurity Monitoring and Response Program solution, Including access to a 24x7 SOC.. 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, Requirements, Implementation Schedule" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fulton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fulton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fulton 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Appendix A (Bid Specifications), Excel spreadsheet. Review the full document from City of Fulton for the complete list.