Next-Generation Firewall Hardware, Software, and Support Services

CITY OF ALBANY, OREGON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Next-Generation Firewall Hardware, Software,
and Support Services
Proposals Due by 2:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), Thursday, April 23, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City of Albany ("City") is requesting proposals from qualified
Contractors to provide, configure, and implement a next-generation firewall solution for the
City's business network, including hardware, software and ongoing support services.
This procurement is funded by federal funds and must be made in accordance with 2 CFR
200.320 and ORS 279B.060. Contractor must comply with Appendix II to Part 200 - Contract
Provisions for Non-Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards.
Solicitation documents may be downloaded from the City of Albany website on the City's
Purchasing Page, under Finance, or examined at Albany City Hall, Finance Department, 333
Broadalbin Street SW, Albany, OR 97321, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There
is a $35 charge to receive a printed copy of the documents.
It is imperative that those who download the solicitation documents check the website
regularly for addenda, clarifications, and other notifications that may be pertinent. Proposers
are solely responsible for checking the website to determine if addenda or clarifications have
been issued. For questions regarding the solicitation, contact Diane Murzynski, CPPO,
Contracts and Procurement Officer, at contracts@albanyoregon.gov.
Time is of the essence to acquire a qualified Contractor to provide the required services within
the prescribed timeline. Proposal responses shall be submitted electronically to Diane
Murzynski, in the Finance Department, at procurement@albanyoregon.gov, and must be
received not later than 2:00 p.m., (Pacific Time), Thursday, April 23, 2026, or any extension of
the time made by addendum. Submittals will be considered time-stamped and received by the
City when received in the procurement email inbox. The email subject line should include the
project name "RFP# 260308, Next-Generation Hardware, Software, and Support Services".
Proposals received after the closing date and time will not be opened or reviewed. There will
be no formal opening. Proposals shall be valid for 120 days after opening unless otherwise
specified.
The City may reject any proposal not in compliance with all prescribed solicitation
procedures and requirements and other applicable law and may reject any or all proposals in
whole or in part when the cancellation or rejection is in the best interest of the City, and at no
cost to the City.
DATED THIS POSTING 23RD DAY OF MARCH 2026.
Diane M. Murzynski, CPPO, CPPB, NIGP-CPP
Contracts and Procurement Officer
PUBLISH: Daily Journal of Commerce, on Monday, March 23, 2026
City of Albany Website, on Monday, March 23, 2026