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University of Minnesota Fortinet Equipment and Licensing Renewal Solicitation

The University of Minnesota's Office of Information Technology is seeking bids for Fortinet equipment and a one-year licensing renewal to maintain its existing network security infrastructure. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota, Office of Information Technology - OEMs and Vendors: - Fortinet (OEM) - Only authorized Fortinet resellers are eligible to bid - Products/Services Requested: - Fortinet equipment (various SKUs as specified in the solicitation attachment) - One-year Fortinet licensing renewal, matching the University's current contract - Notable Requirements: - No substitutes or alternative brands accepted; only Fortinet products are allowed - Purchase and payment must be timed to occur after the University's fiscal year reopens, with payment to Fortinet by the required deadline - All products and services must integrate with the University's existing Fortinet infrastructure and contract - Strict adherence to product specifications and timing requirements is mandatory

Description

The University of Minnesota's Office of Information Technology is seeking to procure Fortinet equipment and one year of associated licensing as detailed in the solicitation attachment. The purchase must align with the University's existing Fortinet contract, which renews on July 1, 2026, and ends on June 30, 2027. Payment timing is critical, requiring purchase after July 1, 2026, with payment to Fortinet by July 15, 2026, facilitated by the awarded authorized reseller. The University is not seeking additional or alternative products beyond its current Fortinet equipment.

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