Harris County School District E-rate FY26 Internet and Managed Firewall RFP
Harris County School DistrictSchool · Hamilton, GA- Due
- Jan 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 12, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jonathan Smith
- (706) 628-4206 ext 1414
The 30-second brief
Harris County School District is seeking proposals for internet access and managed firewall services for a 60-month term, effective July 1, 2026. The services should be scalable up to 25 Gbps and include a dedicated fiber network, high availability, low latency, and 24/7 US-based support. Managed firewall services should include unified threat management, intrusion detection/protection, VPN, and credential security.
Price (35%), Prior experience with the District (20%), Quality of response/technical merits (20%), Personnel qualifications/expertise (15%), References (10%)
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Summary
Harris County School District is seeking proposals for internet access and managed firewall services for a 60-month term, effective July 1, 2026.
The services should be scalable up to 25 Gbps and include a dedicated fiber network, high availability, low latency, and 24/7 US-based support. Managed firewall services should include unified threat management, intrusion detection/protection, VPN, and credential security.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid response
- Three (3) verifiable K-12 references
- Vendor qualification/certifications
- Product specs
- Outline of training proposal on all products
- If applicable
- Submit to
- Harris County School District Technology Office located at 757 Carver Circle, Hamilton, Georgia 31811 (for optional site survey). Proposal submission details are in the RFP document.
- Scope location
- Hamilton, Georgia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Harris County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Harris County School District Technology Office located at 757 Carver Circle, Hamilton, Georgia 31811 (for optional site survey). Proposal submission details are in the RFP document.. For questions, contact Jonathan Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Harris County School District in GA, 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 Jonathan Smith at (706) 628-4206 ext 1414. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price (35%), Prior experience with the District (20%), Quality of response/technical merits (20%), Personnel qualifications/expertise (15%), References (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Harris County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Harris County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Harris County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bid response, Three (3) verifiable K-12 references, Vendor qualification/certifications, Product specs, Outline of training proposal on all products, if applicable. Review the full document from Harris County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hamilton, Georgia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.