Co-Managed Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Network Management, and Strategic IT Services

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF)California, USADue Friday, November 13, 2026

Client: Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF)
Solicitation No.: 26-028
Posted: 10/22/2026
Category: IT Services (Computer Maintenance and Technical Services)
Budget: Looking for Proposal
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Set-aside: —
Contact: —

Description

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The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation seeks qualified information technology firms to deliver co-managed IT, cybersecurity, network management, and strategic IT services. The required scope includes endpoint monitoring, cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, Microsoft 365 administration, Cisco Meraki and Fortinet network management, disaster recovery, help desk augmentation, strategic planning, AI governance, and staff training. Global vendors and qualified IT firms are eligible to apply, with offsite work performance directed from Montebello, CA. Proposers must submit their technical and cost proposals digitally via email, online through the PlanetBids portal, or by courier to the MAOF Procurement Department by November 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST. Questions must be submitted to [email protected] by November 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST. Submission packages must contain a letter of transmittal, a signed Appendix A, a detailed technical proposal, three client references on Appendix B, a business license, certificates of insurance, and an all-inclusive Exhibit B Cost Proposal Worksheet. The contract term features firm, fixed pricing for three years with options for two additional one-year extensions, though the listing source also notes a two-year contract period.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from RFP 26-028 - Co-Managed Information Technology Cybersecurity Network Management and Strategic IT Services.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF) is soliciting proposals from qualified information technology firms to provide comprehensive co-managed IT, cybersecurity, network management, and strategic IT services. The selected contractor will supplement MAOF's internal IT department across its California service area. Proposals are open to qualified and responsible IT firms with relevant experience supporting multi-location organizations.

Issued by: Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF)
Questions due: November 6, 2026 at 4:00PM (PST/PDT)
Proposals due: November 13, 2026 at 4:00PM (PST/PDT)
Evaluation Period: November 16 – November 20, 2026
How to submit: Electronic via email or PlanetBids portal, or physical delivery/courier
Submission details: Email to [email protected] or mail 2 physical copies to MAOF Procurement Department, 401 N. Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640. Identifies RFP No. 26-028.
Contract term: Three (3) years, with the option to extend for two (2) additional one-year periods
Place of performance: Offsite and throughout MAOF's California service area (Headquarters in Montebello, CA)
Insurance and bonding: Workers' Compensation (statutory limits), Business Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate), and Cyber Liability and Technology Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance.
Funding: 2 CFR Part 200, 2 C.F.R. Part 180, 2 C.F.R. Part 3000, and applicable federal, state, or program-specific grant funding

How proposals are evaluated

Technical capabilities, qualifications, service delivery approach, organizational experience
Cost transparency and overall value	10%

Scope of work

Co-managed IT services and shared technical support responsibilities
Endpoint monitoring, device management, patch management, and asset tracking
24/7 cybersecurity monitoring, EDR, ITDR, MDR, incident response, and escalation
Microsoft 365 tenant administration, identity management, MFA, licensing, and governance
Network management, Cisco Meraki, Fortinet technologies, SD-WAN, and multi-site connectivity
Backup management, off-site replication, business continuity, and disaster recovery
Help desk augmentation and end-user support
Technology lifecycle management, cloud modernization, and strategic IT planning

Minimum qualifications

Experience providing co-managed IT services to organizations of comparable size
Experience supporting geographically distributed, multi-location organizations
Experience managing Microsoft 365 environments supporting approximately 1,000 or more users
Experience administering and supporting SD-WAN infrastructure and multi-site network environments
Experience with Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, or comparable enterprise-level networking technologies
Sufficient staffing and capacity for 24/7 monitoring, incident response, and SLA adherence
Ability to provide on-site technical support throughout MAOF California service area
Qualified to conduct business in California with required business license and credentials

Documents to include with the bid

Proposer Cover Page (Appendix A - Vendor Identification)
Letter of Transmittal signed by authorized representative
Table of Contents
Technical Proposal addressing 14 detailed proposal content requirements
Exhibit B - IT Services Cost Proposal Worksheet
Appendix B - Client References (at least three current client references)
Copy of current applicable business license and professional credentials
Certificate of Insurance (General, Auto, Workers Comp, Cyber Liability, E&O)
Proposed Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Detailed implementation and transition plan and sample monthly performance report

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