Opportunity

E-Rate #270001048

Paragon Science Academy Solicits Firewall Equipment (Sophos or Equivalent) with Installation and Support

Posted

September 22, 2026

Respond By

October 20, 2026

Identifier

270001048

NAICS

541512, 423430

Paragon Science Academy in Chandler, Arizona is seeking proposals for internal connections equipment and services. - Buyer: Paragon Science Academy (K-12 school) - OEMs: - Sophos (model JG3CSUS) specified, or equivalent products allowed - Products/Services Requested: - Firewall service, components, and all necessary software and licenses (1 unit) - Must include power cords, base licenses, at least a one-year warranty, and 8x5xNBD (next business day) support - Installation and initial configuration of the equipment - Requirements: - Vendors must provide itemized quotes including all fees and Arizona sales tax - Must clearly identify E-rate eligible and non-eligible items - Compliance with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price and FCC Order 19-121 (no Huawei, ZTE, or other covered companies) - Service providers must offer SPI or BEAR invoicing options - Pricing must be valid for the contract duration - All equipment must be new (no used or refurbished) - Only Sophos is explicitly named as an OEM, but equivalent solutions are permitted

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of internal connections including firewall service, components, and necessary software and licenses. The equipment specified is Sophos or an equivalent product. The solicitation requires quotes to include all applicable fees and Arizona sales tax, itemization of ineligible costs, and compliance with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price and FCC Order 19-121. Installation is required and quotes must be valid for the contract duration.

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