# City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #28-0001-KCD

Internet Service and Leased Lit Fiber with Managed Layer 3 Internet and Bundled UTM for Manatee County School District

**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Respond By:** October 29, 2026
**Identifier:** 28-0001-KCD
**NAICS:** 517311, 517919

This opportunity is for USAC-approved vendors to provide Internet Service and Leased Lit Fiber with Fully Managed Layer 3 Internet and Bundled Unified Threat Management (UTM) to the Manatee County School District in Florida.
- Government Buyer:
  - Manatee County School District (Florida)
- Vendors & OEMs:
  - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named; open to all USAC-approved providers
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Internet Service and Leased Lit Fiber
  - Fully Managed Layer 3 Internet Service
  - Bundled Unified Threat Management (UTM)
  - No part numbers or quantities specified
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Must comply with FCC E-rate program rules
  - Services must be fully managed and include security features (UTM)
  - Open to all qualified USAC-approved vendors
- Technical Information:
  - Services must support telecommunications and information needs for eligible schools and libraries
  - Managed Layer 3 Internet and UTM are required for secure connectivity

### Description

The School District of Manatee County is seeking proposals from USAC approved and qualified firms to provide Internet Service and Leased Lit Fiber in accordance with E-rate program rules. The services include Fully Managed Layer 3 Internet Service with Bundled UTM. The procurement aims to support telecommunications and information services for schools and libraries under the FCC's E-rate program. The solicitation is a Request for Proposal with submissions accepted online.

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