# E-Rate #270002003

Sophos Xstream Protection subscription license renewals

**Posted:** October 29, 2026
**Respond By:** November 26, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002003
**NAICS:** 423430, 541519

Smoky Hill/Central Kansas Education Service Center USD 629 is seeking Sophos firewall-protection subscription renewals for its education network.
- **Government buyer:** Smoky Hill/Central Kansas Education Service Center USD 629 (#629), a Kansas education service center.
- **Named OEM:** **Sophos**; equivalent products may be proposed.
- **Requested product:** 2 Sophos Xstream Protection academic subscription license renewals, part number **XS230012ZZREAA**, for one year.
  - Provide optional pricing for three- and five-year licensing terms.
- **Notable requirements:** Provide itemized pricing that separates E-Rate-eligible and non-eligible costs, and hold active manufacturer-authorized reseller status. New equipment is required where equipment is offered.
- The request covers firewall service, components, and necessary software and licenses.

### Description

USD 629 SH/CKESC requests bids for two Sophos Xstream Protection subscription license renewals, each for a one-year academic term (part number XS230012ZZREAA), or equivalent. Bidders should also provide pricing options for three- and five-year licensing periods. Proposals must be submitted by email to traci.taylor@swplains.org before the stated Allowable Contract Date of December 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Pricing should itemize E-Rate-eligible and non-eligible costs, and equipment must be new; bidders must hold active authorized reseller status from the manufacturer.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002003/17001257/22846489-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002003_CERTIFIED.pdf)