# E-Rate #270002526

FY2027 Fortinet firewall licensing, network maintenance, and managed broadband for Battle Creek Area Learning Center

**Posted:** October 29, 2026
**Respond By:** November 26, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002526
**NAICS:** 541519, 423690

Battle Creek Area Learning Center is seeking FY2027 E-Rate network electronics, firewall licensing, maintenance, and managed broadband for one building.
- **Government buyer:** Battle Creek Area Learning Center, a public school in Springfield, Michigan; the RFP identifies its Technology Department.
- **OEM:** **Fortinet** is specified for firewall services and the FortiGate licensing renewal; the firewall request permits an equivalent. No reseller or distributor is named.
- **Requested products and services:**
  - One FortiGate licensing renewal, part number **40F FGT40FTK2409BRP8**.
  - One firewall service package with components, software, and licenses; installation and initial configuration are indicated.
  - One basic maintenance request for firewall service and components, with Fortinet identified.
  - One rack request and one managed internal broadband service request for leased equipment; no manufacturer is specified for either.
  - Technical services for eligible firewall equipment, including project management, design and engineering, installation, activation, configuration, and basic training.
  - Separately priced Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC), with estimated labor hours and materials for each equipment item.
- **Notable requirements:** The RFP requires a three-year system warranty/support period. Bidders must distinguish eligible and ineligible labor and maintenance costs. Additional specifications and contract requirements are in the RFP.

### Description

Battle Creek Area Learning Center is seeking proposals for FY2027 network electronics under E-Rate Form 470. The listed services include firewall service, components, and necessary software and licenses, with Fortinet or equivalent specified, as well as additional Category 2 items identified in the application. The RFP covers the project scope, bidder instructions, specifications, timelines, and contract requirements. The RFP states bids are due December 1, 2026; the source’s Form 470 response deadline is November 26, 2026.

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