# E-Rate #270001053

Firewall Service and Components Solicitation (Sophos or Equivalent) for Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson

**Posted:** September 22, 2026
**Respond By:** October 20, 2026
**Identifier:** 270001053
**NAICS:** 541512

Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson is seeking bids for E-rate eligible internal connections, focusing on firewall service and components for its K-12 campus.
- Government Buyer:
  - Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson (public charter school in Pima County, Arizona)
  - Procurement managed by Yavapai County Educational Service Agency
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Sophos (specified OEM for firewall solution)
  - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are acceptable
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Firewall service, components, and necessary software/licenses
    - Sophos JG3C3CSUS or equivalent
    - Quantity: 1
    - Includes installation, initial configuration, power cords, base licenses, minimum one-year warranty, and 8x5xNBD (next business day) support
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Compliance with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules
  - Strict prohibition on equipment from Huawei, ZTE, and other FCC-designated national security threat companies
  - Quotes must include all fees, Arizona sales tax, itemized ineligible costs, and clearly identify E-rate eligible items
  - Vendor must display SPIN and Form 470 number in quote
  - Pricing must be valid for the contract duration
  - Installation and initial configuration are required

### Description

This solicitation is for Category 2 services, specifically for firewall service, components, and necessary software and licenses. The procurement is for Sonoran Science Academy in Tucson, Arizona, a school entity. Quotes must include all applicable fees and Arizona sales tax, itemization of ineligible costs, and must display SPIN and Form 470 number. Pricing must be valid for the contract duration and include power cords, base licenses, minimum one-year warranty, and support. Installation quotes are required if indicated.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001053/227941/22578572-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001053_CERTIFIED.pdf)