West Clermont Local School District Secure Email Gateway RFQ 2026
West Clermont Local SchoolsSchool · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Larry Parece
The 30-second brief
West Clermont Local School District is seeking quotes from qualified vendors to provide a robust Secure Email Gateway (SEG) that integrates with their Google Workspace for Education Plus environment. The solution should monitor and protect staff and student mailboxes, offering inbound/outbound filtering, intradomain protection, and direct integration with Google Workspace.
Technical merit, ease of integration with Google OUs, K-12 specific threat intelligence (e.g., student safety monitoring), and total cost of ownership
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Summary
West Clermont Local School District is seeking quotes from qualified vendors to provide a robust Secure Email Gateway (SEG) that integrates with their Google Workspace for Education Plus environment.
The solution should monitor and protect staff and student mailboxes, offering inbound/outbound filtering, intradomain protection, and direct integration with Google Workspace.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Technical merit
- Ease of integration with Google OUs
- K-12 specific threat intelligence (e.g., student safety monitoring)
- Total cost of ownership
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFQ-SEG2026-Pricing_Templates.xlsx
- Submit to
- EMAILED to the RFQ Coordinator at the email address specified in Section 7.
- Reported agency
- West Clermont Local School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from West Clermont Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: EMAILED to the RFQ Coordinator at the email address specified in Section 7.. For questions, contact Larry Parece.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including West Clermont Local Schools in OH, 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 RFQ 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 Larry Parece. 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: "Technical merit, ease of integration with Google OUs, K-12 specific threat intelligence (e.g., student safety monitoring), and total cost of ownership" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from West Clermont Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from West Clermont Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, West Clermont Local Schools 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: RFQ-SEG2026-Pricing_Templates.xlsx. Review the full document from West Clermont Local Schools for the complete list.