# E-Rate #270001664

Network switches, fiber components, firewall, license renewal, and related services

**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** November 05, 2026
**Identifier:** 270001664
**NAICS:** 423430, 423690

Chippewa Hills School District is seeking E-Rate Category 2 network equipment and related services for its Michigan schools.
- **Government buyer:** Chippewa Hills School District, Remus, Mecosta County, Michigan; no sub-agency or office is identified.
- **OEMs named:** **HPE Aruba** (also written as HP Aruba), **HP**, **Fortinet**, and **WatchGuard Technologies** (also written as Watch Guard). Equivalent products are permitted.
- **Requested equipment:** Approximately 12 HP CX 6200M or equivalent edge switches; 20 single-mode-compatible 10GB transceivers; and single-mode fiber cables in 20-foot (5), 10-foot (10), and 6-foot (10) lengths. Switches and transceivers must be compatible with the existing HP Aruba CX 5420 and 2540 switches.
- **Firewall and license:** One Fortinet or equivalent firewall for approximately 250 staff and 2,000 students, with a 10GB connection to the MISEN network; plus a separate WatchGuard M470 or equivalent license renewal for the existing firewall until a replacement is installed.
- **Other requested components:** The E-Rate request also identifies antennas, connectors, related components, and cabling; quantities and detailed specifications for these are not provided.
- **Services:** Installation and initial configuration, plus basic maintenance for switches and firewall equipment and components.
- **Notable requirements:** Quantities are approximate. Proposals are subject to USF funding, and non-E-Rate-eligible items must be itemized separately. Firm-fixed pricing is requested.

### Description

Chippewa Hills School District is seeking bids for Category 2 internal connections and related services. The request includes approximately 12 switches and associated components, maintenance, installation and configuration, plus a firewall and a separate WatchGuard M470 license renewal. Quantities are approximate, and bidders should refer to the RFP for specifications and instructions. Responses are due November 5, 2026.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001664/131502/22714279-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001664_CERTIFIED.pdf)