About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Niagara County Department of Management & Budget, Division of Purchasing, seeks proposals for RFP 2026-61 to acquire internal and external network penetration testing services in Lockport, NY. The required scope includes external testing of publicly accessible systems, web applications, firewall configurations, and optional phishing-resilience reviews. Internal testing scope includes network reconnaissance, Active Directory assessments, workstation and server vulnerability exploitation, wireless network testing, and endpoint detection and response tool evaluations. Only US-based organizations are eligible to bid, and performance must occur onsite. Applicants must submit one original, one hard copy, and one electronic copy on a flash drive to the Division of Purchasing by November 19, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Contrary to online listing notes, facsimile or electronically mailed proposals are not acceptable and will be rejected. All questions regarding the opportunity must be submitted no later than November 5, 2026. Proposers must disclose any sub-consultants, and the successful respondent may be required to execute a standard agreement within 14 days of notification.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Niagara County Department of Management & Budget, Division of Purchasing
- Solicitation No.
- 2026-61
Scope of work
- Full-scope external network penetration testing
- Testing of publicly accessible systems, applications, and network entry points
- Internal network penetration testing simulating an attacker with limited access
- Delivery of test and results reports within sixty (60) days from contract execution
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Overall Experience of Company & Demonstrative Results | 35 |
| Fee Proposal | 25 |
Minimum qualifications
- Authorized to do business in the State of New York
- Possess and maintain all professional licenses and certifications required to perform the tasks
- All testers must pass background checks or provide documentation of cleared personnel
- Minimum of three references from similar government or public-sector engagements
Documents to include with your response
- Appendix A Cover Sheet
- Vendor Proposal and Content
- Appendix B Vendor Qualifications
- Appendix C Vendor Certification/Responsibility Questionnaire
- Appendix D Signed Bidder's Certifications & Assignment of Claim
- Appendix E Signed and notarized Affidavit of Non-Collusion Certificate
- Appendix F Signed and notarized Certification of Compliance with the Iran Divestment Act
- Form W-9
- Company organization chart, bios, and resume for Project Lead
- Fee Proposal
Key dates
- RFP Submitted/Available
- 10/29/2026
- Deadline for Questions
- 11/5/2026, 12:00 PM
- Final Responses to Questions Issued
- 11/12/2026, 5:00 PM
- Proposal Submission Deadline
- November 19, 2026, 2:30 PM
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy and electronic copy on flash drive
- Instructions
- Submit one original, one hard copy, and one electronic copy on a flash drive to Niagara County Department of Management & Budget, Division of Purchasing. Facsimile or emailed proposals rejected.
Contract details
- Place of performance
- Niagara County, Lockport, New York
- Insurance and bonding
- Commercial General Liability $1,000,000 each occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate; Automobile Liability $1,000,000 combined single limit; Professional Liability $1,000,000 each claim / $2,000,000 aggregate; Cyber Liability $1,000,000 each claim / $2,000,000 aggregate; Workers Compensation and Disability Benefits.
- Funding
- 49 CFR Title 2 Part 200
