FDIC's Cisco ISE TACACS Requirement

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the refresh of Cisco ISE TACACS appliances, which provide centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting services for network devices. The solicitation outlines the schedule of supplies and services, primarily hardware and maintenance for Cisco ISE TACACS appliances and related components. Key clauses cover delivery and performance, specifying a one-year period from the award date and delivery to the FDIC Distribution Center in Arlington, VA. It also details invoicing requirements, including electronic submission via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and specific content needed for proper payment processing. Special contract requirements address commercial supplier agreements, post-government employment certification, safeguarding of FDIC information, and reporting supply chain events. The document emphasizes adherence to federal laws, FDIC directives, and security protocols for all contractors and subcontractors.

The document, marked NONPUBLIC//FDIC BUSINESS # 7.1.2-03, outlines the Pre-Award Risk Management (SCRM) Information requirements for solicitations. It requires offerors to provide specific details regarding the good, software, or service, including its name, model/version number, and model/version name. Crucially, offerors must state their status as either an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Aftermarket Manufacturer (AM), or Authorized Supplier as defined in section 7.1.2-03. Failure to provide this status may lead to ineligibility for an award. The document also requests the names and addresses of the manufacturer and any subcontractors. While a solicitation number is indicated, the price schedule is referenced separately.

This FDIC internal document outlines a requirement to refresh Cisco ISE TACACS appliances, which provide centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting services for network devices. The request details a price schedule for Cisco hardware and maintenance, including various components like SNS-3855-K9, CON-NCDT-SNS3B8K9, SNS-SD16TBKANK9-D, and associated software. The period of performance for all items is one year from the award date. Offerors are instructed to input amounts for 'List Price' and 'Net Price', with 'Discount', 'Extended Price', and 'Total Price' being automated. The FDIC emphasizes the need for the most favorable discount to the Government. The document is strictly for internal use and contains detailed specifications for the required hardware and software, essential for maintaining secure access to infrastructure components.