E-Rate #270004036

Henika District Library E-rate internet access and WatchGuard firewall procurement

Henika District Library is seeking E-rate internet access and firewall services and equipment for Funding Year 2027. - Government buyer: Henika District Library, Wayland, Allegan County, Michigan; no sub-agency or office is identified. - Procurement scope: - Category 1 internet access/data transmission, quantity 1, with capacity from 400 Mbps to 1 Gbps, domain name registration, and at least one static IP address. - Approximately one Category 2 firewall, with necessary components and software/licenses. - OEM: WatchGuard Technologies (also written as Watch Guard Technologies). The library’s current firewall is WatchGuard model WGT45413; equivalent equipment may be considered. - Requested service levels and support include a 99.97% uptime guarantee if available, 24/7 response within four hours, installation and initial configuration, and ongoing maintenance. Bids should itemize ISP-owned connectivity equipment, web-based statistical analysis access, and end-to-end maintenance. - Important requirements: firm fixed-price quotes; separately itemize non-E-rate-eligible items. Implementation depends on E-rate funding approval. The library may consider multiple providers and multiyear contracts.

Description

Henika District Library is requesting quotes for 2027 E-rate services. Category 1 includes internet access with a minimum capacity of 400 Mbps, static IP addresses, and related service requirements; Category 2 includes a firewall and installation, configuration, and maintenance. The RFP states that quantities are approximate, quotes must be firm fixed price, and non-eligible items must be itemized separately. Responses are due December 7, 2026.

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