Mohave Educational Services Cooperative Opengov #RFP 26L-0724

Network Firewall Consulting, Management, Upgrade, and Testing Services for Arizona Public Agencies

This opportunity is a solicitation from the Mohave Educational Services Cooperative (MESC) for network firewall consulting, management, upgrade, and testing services for its approximately 480 public agency members in Arizona. - Government Buyer: - Mohave Educational Services Cooperative (MESC), serving public agencies statewide in Arizona - Scope of Services: - Network firewall consulting services - Ongoing management of network firewall systems - Upgrades to existing network firewall infrastructure - Testing and validation of firewall systems - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are mandated; the solicitation is open to all qualified vendors with relevant experience - Vendors must provide a completed pricing workbook and required supporting documents - Notable Requirements: - Specifications are intentionally non-restrictive to allow alternate solutions that meet quality and performance standards - The contract is available to all current and future MESC members - Discount and pricing schedule applies regardless of total contract volume - Initial estimated interest is $55,000 based on a survey of six members, but actual volume may vary - Period of Performance: - Initial one-year contract term with up to four additional one-year extensions (potential total of five years) - No OEMs or specific vendors are named in the solicitation; the RFP is designed for broad competition among qualified providers.

Description

This solicitation seeks proposals for consulting, management, upgrade, and testing services related to network firewalls for Mohave's statewide membership of approximately 480 public agencies. The contract will initially be awarded for one year with the possibility of four one-year extensions. The anticipated volume based on a survey of six members is $55,000, but the contract is open to all qualified vendors regardless of volume. Proposals must include a completed pricing workbook, required forms, and supporting documents, and be submitted by July 24, 2026.

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