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COOLSOFT seeks a WAN VPN Consultant to support Mississippi ITS in developing statewide telecommunications RFP 6000. The engagement includes reviewing and revising RFP 5000 technical specifications, identifying obsolete technologies, presenting alternative approaches and procurement models, modernizing service definitions, and collaborating with ITS staff on procurement-ready specifications. The provider will also facilitate agency engagement through a Network Advisory Council. The final deliverable is due February 28, 2027.
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WAN VPN Consultant
(Jobs in Jackson, MS)
Requirement id 159468
Job title Consultant
Job location in Jackson, MS
Skills required WAN, VPN, Remote Access,
Open Date 02-Nov-2026
Close Date
Job type Contract
Duration 3 Months
Compensation DOE
Status requirement ---
Job interview type ---
Email Recruiter:coolsoft
Job Description Consultant: WAN, VPN, Remote Access,
Start date :01/04/2027
End Date :At least 3 Months from projected start date
Submission deadline : 11/25/2026 3:00:00 PM
Client Info : ITS
Note:
*Hybrid
*Please see attachment with MS Teams Meeting information for call.
Description:
Project Background & Overview :
The Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) serves as the technical
Internet service provider (ISP) for State agencies, administers statewide telecommunications
contracts under RFP 5000, and operates the States core and wide area networks. Each agency
is responsible for managing its local area network beyond the ITS router handoff.
Mississippi law requires State agencies to purchase telecommunications services through the
statewide contracts and participate in the ITS-managed State network. Other eligible entities,
including cities, counties, schools, libraries, and governing authorities, may use these contracts
to purchase telecommunications services; however, access to the contracts does not include
participation in the ITS-managed State network.
Participation in the State network is limited to State agencies, which are required to connect to
the network.
To support this endeavor, ITS seeks a qualified third-party telecommunications advisory and
professional services provider to support the development of a new statewide
Telecommunications Request for Proposal (RFP 6000).
RFP 6000 will replace the current statewide telecommunications contract (RFP 5000) and
establish updated requirements for the procurement, governance, and delivery of
telecommunications services across State agencies and other eligible entities. The primary
deliverable under this engagement is a comprehensive review and revision of the RFP 5000
technical specifications for incorporation into RFP 6000. Upon acceptance, the updated
specifications will be transferred to the ITS Procurement Division to initiate the formal State
procurement process. The final deliverable must be completed and submitted by February 28,
2027, to allow Procurement to begin its internal quality assurance review.
The selected provider will assist ITS in:
- Review and assess RFP 5000 and its supporting specification documents as the
baseline for developing updated technical specifications for RFP 6000. These materials
will be provided to prospective bidders to convey the size, scope, and complexity of the
effort. Bidders are strongly encouraged to review all documents and attachments
carefully before submitting a proposal. All associated RFP 5000 document will be
available upon request.
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Identifying obsolete or legacy technologies that will not be rebid
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The vendor is expected to present alternative technology approaches, market
innovations, emerging telecommunications solutions, and procurement models for ITS
consideration, including advantages, risks, and implementation considerations.
- Modernizing service definitions to reflect current and emerging telecommunications
capabilities
- Collaborate with ITS staff in developing procurement-ready technical specifications
organized into multiple service categories. Currently, there are thirteen (13)
preliminary categories that will need to be updated/written, Attachment A.
However, the inclusion of those categories is subject to change.
- Facilitating agency engagement through a Network Advisory Council (NAC) to ensure
agency needs are reflected in the final RFP.
The Provider selected under this RFP to develop requirements, technical specifications,
evaluation criteria, or other procurement-related materials for RFP 6000 shall be prohibited from
participating in any subsequent p
Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 159468 while calling.
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