Opportunity
E-Rate #270000500
Solicitation for 1G Fiber Internet, Sophos Firewall, and Fiber Transceiver for Arizona Center for Youth Resources
Posted
August 28, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
270000500
NAICS
517311
The Arizona Center for Youth Resources, a public school in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking bids for high-speed internet access and network infrastructure upgrades. - Government Buyer: - Arizona Center for Youth Resources (Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ) - Products and Services Requested: - 1 Gbps Internet Access (preferably bundled fiber), including installation and initial configuration - Firewall: Sophos XGS 2100 or equivalent, with 3-year standard protection, including installation and configuration - Fiber Transceiver: ITFZTCHXF or equivalent, including installation and configuration - OEMs and Vendors: - Sophos (firewall) - ITFZTCHXF (fiber transceiver, or equivalent) - Notable Requirements: - All hardware must specify manufacturer, model, and SKU - Bidders must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price Rule - National Security Supply Chain Restrictions apply (no equipment/services from FCC-designated national security threat vendors) - Contract must allow for bandwidth upgrades without extending the original term - All costs, taxes, and fees must be included in the bid - SPI invoicing is required - Bids must be submitted via the specified portal; emailed bids are not accepted
Description
This solicitation is for the procurement of 1G Internet Access (Fiber), a firewall (Sophos XGS 2100 or equivalent), and a fiber transceiver (ITFZTCHXF or equivalent) for the Arizona Center for Youth Resources, a school located in Phoenix, AZ. The contract includes installation and initial configuration of the hardware and services. Bidders must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price Rule and National Security Supply Chain Restrictions. Bids must be uploaded to the specified portal and include all costs, taxes, and fees.