FY2027 Highland School District Firewall RFP
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from Highland School District 203 in Cowiche, WA. Providers can bid until Dec 10, 2026.
| Applicant | Highland School District 203 |
|---|---|
| Type | School District |
| Location | Cowiche, WA |
| County | Yakima |
| Form 470 number | 270002821 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Nov 12, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Dec 10, 2026 (26 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 4 |
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network maintenance | Firewall Service And Components | 1 each | 4 | |
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software And Licenses | 1 each |
In their words: networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
Robo Bids: Because of the complexity and specific nature of the services requested, we require that all bids be submitted manually by an authorized vendor representative and include the necessary documentation, pricing, and terms.
Read the applicant's full note
Bids submitted through automated systems without a tailored manual response will not be accepted. All vendors must ensure that their proposals accurately reflect a full understanding of the RFP requirements. The Applicant is seeking proposals for a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) solution under the Universal Service Administrative Company's (USAC) E-Rate Program.
This solution must provide advanced network security features to protect student, staff, and administrative data while ensuring compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA). This RFP is issued in compliance with FCC competitive bidding rules. All qualified vendors are encouraged to respond. The Applicant seeks proposals for a firewall/security appliance solution that includes the following:CISCO SECURE FIREWALL 1230 (CSF1230-TD-K9 preferred) or equivalent solutions.Intrusion prevention and detection (IPS/IDS).Gateway antivirus, anti-malware, and anti-spyware protection.Web content filtering is compliant with CIPA requirements.SSL/TLS inspection.Application control and visibility.Site-to-site and client VPN support.High availability and redundancy options.Centralized management and logging.Annual support, licensing, and security subscriptions (35 years preferred).Evaluation CriteriaWeight Category 30% Cost of eligible services20% Ability to meet technical requirements20% Compatibility with existing infrastructure20% Prior Experience and References with K-12 schools and erate10% Quality of support and warranties offeredTaxes must be included in all bids.
Vendors must use the attached Appendix D Pricing Sheet. Vendors must cost allocate any ineligible items using the Appendix D Pricing Sheet. Vendors must submit the Appendix A and Appendix C. Failing to meet the requirements of the RFP, can and will disqualify a vendor from the bidding process.
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Highland School District 203 had $156,410 of E-Rate services before discount, with an 85% E-Rate discount, from GovConnection, Inc., Fatbeam, LLC.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | GovConnection, Inc. | $136,099 | 5 | Sep 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Fatbeam, LLC | $16,158 | 1 | Jun 30, 2028 |
| 2026 | Network maintenance | GovConnection, Inc. | $4,152 | 5 | Sep 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Fatbeam, LLC | $16,158 | 1 | Jun 30, 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)
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.