Whitepine Joint School District RFP Firewall 2026
Whitepine Joint School District 288School · Deary, ID- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- William Stokes
The 30-second brief
Whitepine Joint School District 288 is seeking proposals for a stateful firewall capable of handling 1 to 10 Gbps interfaces, with at least 4 X 10 GE SPF+ ports. The firewall must also function as a DHCP server for up to 1,000 devices and be installed before July 24, 2026.
Stateful firewall, DHCP Server functionality, 10 GE SPF+ ports, IPSec and/or VPN capability, GUI options for network analysis, Basic training on equipment, FCC form SPI filing
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services, Technical suitability (firewall specs, configuration, setup), Vendor experience and capability, Adherence to RFP requirements and completeness
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Summary
Whitepine Joint School District 288 is seeking proposals for a stateful firewall capable of handling 1 to 10 Gbps interfaces, with at least 4 X 10 GE SPF+ ports. The firewall must also function as a DHCP server for up to 1,000 devices and be installed before July 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services
- Technical suitability (firewall specs, configuration, setup)
- Vendor experience and capability
- Adherence to RFP requirements and completeness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Stateful firewall
- DHCP Server functionality
- 10 GE SPF+ ports
- IPSec and/or VPN capability
- GUI options for network analysis
- Basic training on equipment
- FCC form SPI filing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Equipment spec sheet for each hardware item
- Submit to
- email, mail or hand delivered
- Scope location
- Deary, ID
- Reported agency
- Whitepine Joint School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Whitepine Joint School District 288?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 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, mail or hand delivered. For questions, contact William Stokes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Whitepine Joint School District 288 in ID, 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 William Stokes. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Stateful firewall, DHCP Server functionality, 10 GE SPF+ ports, IPSec and/or VPN capability, GUI options for network analysis, Basic training on equipment, FCC form SPI filing. 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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services, Technical suitability (firewall specs, configuration, setup), Vendor experience and capability, Adherence to RFP requirements and completeness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Whitepine Joint School District 288?
All active and historical solicitations from Whitepine Joint School District 288 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Whitepine Joint School District 288 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Equipment spec sheet for each hardware item. Review the full document from Whitepine Joint School District 288 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Deary, ID. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.