# 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.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001096/131107/22582815-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001096_CERTIFIED.pdf)