Grant District Library E-Rate Firewall RFP 2027 - Application 270001821
Grant Area District LibraryLibrary District · Grant, MI- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jessica Hunt
- (231) 834-5713
The 30-second brief
Grant District Library is seeking proposals for E-Rate FY 2027 funding year services including Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections. The project requests approximately 1 firewall (WatchGuard T45 or equivalent), along with maintenance, installation, and configuration. All quotes must be submitted via email marked 'E-rate bid' by the allowable contract date of November 9, 2026. Implementation is contingent upon E-rate funding approval by the SLD, enrollments, and budgetary requirements. Bidders must have an E-rate SPIN, Form 473 on file, and active SAM.gov registration.
Firewall, Approximately 1 needed (WatchGuard T45 or equivalent); Maintenance; Installation and configuration
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
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Summary
Grant District Library is seeking proposals for E-Rate FY 2027 funding year services including Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections.
The project requests approximately 1 firewall (WatchGuard T45 or equivalent), along with maintenance, installation, and configuration. All quotes must be submitted via email marked 'E-rate bid' by the allowable contract date of November 9, 2026. Implementation is contingent upon E-rate funding approval by the SLD, enrollments, and budgetary requirements. Bidders must have an E-rate SPIN, Form 473 on file, and active SAM.gov registration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Firewall, Approximately 1 needed (WatchGuard T45 or equivalent)
- Maintenance
- Installation and configuration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001821/131485/22733700-GrantDL27.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Grant, MI
- Reported agency
- Grant District Library
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Grant Area District Library?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Jessica Hunt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Grant Area District Library in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jessica Hunt at (231) 834-5713. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Firewall, Approximately 1 needed (WatchGuard T45 or equivalent); Maintenance; Installation and configuration. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Grant Area District Library?
All active and historical solicitations from Grant Area District Library are tracked and searchable. As a library district agency, Grant Area District Library regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001821/131485/22733700-GrantDL27.pdf. Review the full document from Grant Area District Library for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grant, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.