Internet Security Systems

The School District of Pickens County awarded a contract for comprehensive internet security services to BridgeTek Solutions, LLC. The award covers multiple components of the district’s cybersecurity architecture, including firewall hardware and licensing, endpoint protection platforms, and managed DNS services for two zones. The contract is contingent upon the issuance of a formal Purchase Order and a Notice to Proceed, and funding may be sourced from E‑Rate, bond, or general operating funds, with no guarantee until those funds are confirmed. • Parts A & B: Firewall hardware and associated licensing. • Part D & E: Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) and Managed DNS (Zones 1 & 2). • Part C was not awarded. The award is a single‑vendor, full‑and‑open‑competition award, with the effective start date of March 16 2020, pending the district’s issuance of the necessary PO and funding availability.