12-2027 Firewall

Madison County School District is seeking qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive firewall solution to protect its network infrastructure. The solicitation calls for the design, supply, installation, configuration, testing, and ongoing support of firewall hardware and software that meet the district’s security policies and compliance requirements. The award will be based on technical merit and cost effectiveness, with the contract likely covering both initial deployment and a multi‑year maintenance period. • Provide firewall appliances (or virtual solutions) sized for district‑wide traffic volumes and future growth. • Deliver full services: site survey, design documentation, installation, configuration, integration with existing servers, VPN setup, and user access controls. • Include training for district IT staff, warranty, and a minimum 12‑month support/maintenance agreement. • Ensure compliance with applicable education and data‑protection regulations (e.g., FERPA, state cybersecurity standards). • Submit detailed technical proposal, cost breakdown, and references from similar K‑12 or governmental projects.