The City of Albany is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide, configure, and implement a next-generation firewall solution to modernize its cybersecurity infrastructure. The project includes procurement of firewall hardware, software licensing, and comprehensive support services to enhance network protection, visibility, and threat detection capabilities. The selected contractor will assess the City’s current network environment, design and deploy high-availability firewall systems across multiple data centers, and integrate advanced security features such as intrusion prevention, malware analysis, and network access control. The scope also includes system configuration, testing, training for IT staff, and ongoing technical support. This initiative is partially funded through a federal cybersecurity grant and aims to replace outdated firewall systems that no longer meet current security standards. The project ensures improved protection against evolving cyber threats while maintaining operational continuity and compliance with federal and state procurement requirements.