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Ottawa County

SIEM, Managed Detection & Response (MDR), and Security Operations Center (SOC) Services

Due
Nov 24, 2026
Questions due
Nov 5, 2026
Budget
$150,000 – $500,000
Estimate
Contract
60 months
Location
  • West Olive, Michigan, United States
Posted
Oct 28, 2026
Category
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

SUMMARY

Ottawa County is seeking a qualified vendor to provide a comprehensive managed security monitoring and incident response solution, including SIEM technology, MDR services, and SOC services.
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DESCRIPTION

The County of Ottawa is requesting proposals for a comprehensive managed security monitoring and incident response solution to strengthen its cybersecurity posture. The solution must include SIEM technology, MDR services, and SOC services, supporting a hybrid environment of on-premises and cloud-based services. The contract will be for an initial period of five years with two one-year renewal options.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must provide a SIEM platform, MDR services, and SOC services
  • Must support monitoring and analysis of hybrid on-premises and cloud-based environments
  • Must provide 24x7x365 security monitoring services
  • Must have experience supporting local government organizations
  • Must have experience supporting CJIS-regulated or highly regulated environments
  • Must provide proof of insurance including $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate for general liability, and $5,000,000 for umbrella/excess liability
  • Must not be an Iran-Linked Business as defined in the Michigan Economic Sanctions Act
  • Must be able to provide access to qualified security professionals for implementation and ongoing support
  • Must provide itemized, line-item pricing for all components

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TIMELINE

Questions Deadline: November 5th, 2026

Addendum Issuance: November 11th, 2026

RFP Deadline: November 24th, 2026

Evaluation Timeline: December 3rd, 2026

Vendor Interviews: December 14th, 2026

Intent to Award: December 21st, 2026

Contract Start: February 8th, 2027

Issuing Agency

Ottawa County

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due November 24, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 5, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?
Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Ottawa County. The work is located in West Olive, Michigan, United States.

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