2027-28 Firewall
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from Mukwonago Area School District in Mukwonago, WI. Providers can bid until Nov 3, 2026.
| Applicant | Mukwonago Area School District |
|---|---|
| Type | School District |
| Location | Mukwonago, WI |
| County | Waukesha |
| Form 470 number | 270001508 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Oct 6, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Nov 3, 2026 (13 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 8 |
Networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
We are seeking a pair of firewalls in a redundant configuration that can support 25Gbps Internet bandwidth with all security functions enabled. Each firewall needs a minimum of (6) SFP+ interfaces and (4) GB interfaces. Security functions should include but are not limited to gateway anti-virus, intrusion prevention, and Internet content filtering. Physical interfaces must be capable of multiple virtual interfaces and firewalls must be capable of performing DHCP relay, support multiple ISP connections and allow for traffic prioritization. We are seeking all related connections and/ or accessories to support these firewalls in Enterprise production environment. We are seeking installation, maintenance and support for initial setup and first year of service.
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software And Licenses | 2 each | ||
| Network maintenance | Firewall Service And Components | 2 each | 9 |
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Mukwonago Area School District had $279,441 of E-Rate services before discount, with a 50% E-Rate discount, from Skyward, Inc., Charter Communications Operating, LLC, WiscNet.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Skyward, Inc. | $196,689 | 9 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Charter Communications Operating, LLC | $32,400 | 1 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Skyward, Inc. | $31,212 | 2 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | WiscNet | $19,140 | 2 | Jan 30, 2028 |
| 2025 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Skyward, Inc. | $383,908 | 7 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Charter Communications Operating, LLC | $32,400 | 1 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Internet access | WiscNet | $19,140 | 2 | Jan 31, 2027 |
From USAC funding request data (FCC Form 471). Costs are the amounts requested before the E-Rate discount.
Read the full Form 470 on USAC (PDF)
Applicant website: www.masd.k12.wi.us
Source: E-Rate FCC Form 470 data published by USAC (Universal Service Administrative Company) on opendata.usac.org, read once a day and shown as published, without warranty. Always read the full Form 470 and any RFP before you respond, and follow the competitive bidding rules of the E-Rate program.