Internet Access and Managed Firewall Services for Houston County Public Library System

The Houston County Public Library System is seeking a contractor to provide high-speed internet access and managed firewall services for its three library branches in Georgia, funded through the E-Rate program.

Houston County


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270000268
Oct 23, 2026 05:00 PM
Aug 10, 2026 12:00 PM
1 year base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
jmalone@houpl.org
+14789873050
1201 Washington Street, Perry, GA, USA
Description

The Houston County Public Library System (HOUPL) is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide high-speed internet access and managed firewall services for its three library branches in Georgia. The contract period is for one year, beginning July 1, 2027, with options for up to two additional years. Services must include 1 Gbps minimum internet access, CIPA-compliant content filtering with on-demand unfiltered access, and comprehensive managed firewall services including configuration, monitoring, support, and maintenance. Vendors must be E-Rate eligible and provide discounted billing. Evaluation criteria include cost effectiveness (50%), implementation design (25%), experience (15%), and locality (10%). Proposals are due October 23, 2026, and must include proof of E-Verify compliance, liability insurance, Georgia business license, references, and signed forms.

Classification Codes
NAICS517111Wired Telecommunications Carriers
PSCD322IT AND TELECOM- INTERNET
Smart Codes
managed firewall serviceshigh speed internetcontent filtering
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Aug 10, 2026-Release of RFP
Sep 4, 2026-Deadline for written questions
Oct 23, 2026-Proposals due
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers Compensation
Required
  • Minimum 2 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
Location
Local Preference:Local Preference
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