# E-Rate #270002315

Otsego District Public Library E-Rate Internet and WatchGuard Firewall Services

**Posted:** October 20, 2026
**Respond By:** November 17, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002315
**NAICS:** 517311, 517810, 517919

Otsego District Public Library is seeking E-Rate internet access and firewall services for its Michigan library.
- **Government buyer:** Otsego District Public Library, Otsego, Michigan; no sub-agency or office is identified.
- **OEM:** **WatchGuard Technologies** (also written “Watch Guard Technologies”); the library currently uses a WatchGuard M250.
- **Requested products and services:**
  - One Category 1 internet access and data transmission service, with 1 Gbps minimum and 2 Gbps maximum capacity. Installation and initial configuration are required.
  - Approximately one WatchGuard or equivalent firewall, with applicable components and software or licenses, installation, initial configuration, and maintenance. A form also identifies basic maintenance of internal connections.
- **Notable requirements:** Internet service should include domain registration, at least one static IP address, a 99.97% uptime guarantee if available, 24/7 support with a maximum four-hour response time, and itemization of ISP-owned equipment and service components. Quotes should distinguish non-E-Rate-eligible items; the request is subject to E-Rate funding approval and includes insurance requirements.
- **Term:** For E-Rate funding year 2027. No fixed start date, end date, or service duration is specified; multi-year arrangements may be considered.

### Description

Otsego District Public Library is seeking quotes for E-Rate funding year 2027 services. The RFP requests Category 1 internet access and Category 2 firewall service, components, installation, configuration, and maintenance; the firewall is specified as WatchGuard or equivalent, and the existing firewall is a WatchGuard M250. Quotes must be emailed to the listed contacts and clearly marked “E-rate bid.” The response deadline is November 17, 2026, and quantities are approximate.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002315/131360/22780188-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002315_CERTIFIED.pdf)