Opportunity
E-Rate #270001096
Gladwin County District Library Firewall and Security Suite Procurement (E-rate Category 2)
Posted
September 23, 2026
Respond By
October 21, 2026
Identifier
270001096
NAICS
423430
Gladwin County District Library in Michigan is seeking proposals for a firewall and security suite to upgrade internal connections under the E-rate Category 2 program. - Government Buyer: - Gladwin County District Library (serving Main Branch and Beaverton Branch) - OEMs and Vendors: - WatchGuard Technologies (OEM preference for firewall) - Equivalent products from other OEMs are acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - One firewall device (WatchGuard M295 or equivalent) - Includes 3-year basic security suite licensing - Includes 3-year maintenance - No installation required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must comply with E-rate USF eligibility and Lowest Corresponding Price guidelines - Firm fixed pricing required - Procurement contingent on E-rate funding approval - Vendors must have active E-rate SPIN and Form 473 - Library may select more than one provider and reserves right to accept/reject bids - Itemization of non-eligible products/services required - Evaluation based on price, experience, and ability to meet district needs
Description
This solicitation is for Category 2 services, specifically for internal connections including firewall service, components, and necessary software and licenses. The procurement is for the Gladwin County District Library, a library system in Michigan. The request includes approximately one firewall unit, preferably Watch Guard Technologies or equivalent, with a 3-year basic security suite licensing and maintenance. Installation is not required. The solicitation references an RFP for detailed specifications and quantities are approximate.