Opportunity
Forecast of ED Contract Opportunities #FY26-AP-4157
Procurement of Palo Alto Networks PA-460 Next-Generation Firewalls for ED OIG
Buyer
Office of Inspector General
Posted
May 21, 2026
Identifier
FY26-AP-4157
NAICS
541519
The Department of Education's Office of Inspector General (OIG) is initiating a procurement for advanced network security equipment. - Government Buyer: - Department of Education (ED), Office of Inspector General (OIG) - OEMs and Vendors: - Palo Alto Networks (OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - Palo Alto Networks PA-460 Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Notable Requirements: - Only Palo Alto Networks is specified as the OEM - The procurement is for next-generation firewall solutions to support OIG operations - NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) applies - Estimated Contract Value: - Between $20 million and $50 million - Place of Performance: - Department of Education Office of Inspector General (federal office)
Description
This is a new contract opportunity for the procurement of Palo Alto Networks PA-460 Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) for the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Department of Education (ED). The contract is estimated to be valued between $20 million and $50 million, with the award targeted for Q4 of the fiscal year. The contract type is a purchase order under NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services). The type of competition and incumbent contractor are to be determined.