E-Rate #270001050

Solicitation for Firewall Services and Equipment (Sophos or Equivalent) for Sonoran Science Academy - East

Sonoran Science Academy - East, a K-12 public charter school in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking bids for firewall services and equipment to enhance its internal network security. - Government Buyer: - Sonoran Science Academy - East (K-12 public charter school, Tucson, AZ) - OEMs and Vendors: - Sophos (specified OEM) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - 1 unit of Sophos JG2C3CSUS firewall appliance or equivalent - Includes all required components, power cords, base licenses, and necessary software - Minimum one-year warranty - 8x5 next business day support - Installation and initial configuration services (if required) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All quotes must include Arizona sales tax and itemize ineligible costs - Vendors must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) rules - No equipment or services from Huawei, ZTE, or other companies deemed national security threats - Pricing must be valid for the life of the contract - Quotes must clearly identify E-rate eligible and non-eligible items - Installation required if specified in the solicitation

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of internal connections, specifically firewall services, components, and necessary software and licenses. The required quantity is one unit of Sophos JG2C3CSUS or an equivalent product. Quotes must include all applicable fees and Arizona sales tax, itemize any ineligible costs, and include installation if indicated. Vendors must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price requirements and provide pricing valid for the life of the contract. Responses must be submitted by email by the specified deadline.

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