10 Gbps Internet & DDoS Mitigation Services RFP

The State University of New York (SUNY) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP 25/26-034MC) seeking qualified internet service providers to establish a robust 10 Gbps internet connectivity and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) mitigation service for Stony Brook University. The procurement aims to enhance internet redundancy, performance, and security through a new Internet Service Provider (ISP) connection located in Syracuse, NY, which will provide geographic and carrier diversity. Key objectives include ensuring uninterrupted access to online resources and implementing advanced cyber threat protection mechanisms. Interested vendors must register on the web-based solution at https://solutions.sciquest.com/apps/Router/SupplierLogin?CustOrg=SUNY to access bid documents. The proposal submission deadline is October 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with any submissions received after this time being automatically rejected. The contract term is structured for three years with two potential one-year renewals, covering all New York State counties and specifically targeting SUNY at Stony Brook's technological infrastructure requirements.

The RFP contains no specific set-aside designations for service-disabled veteran-owned, minority-owned, or women-owned businesses, with all subcontracting goals listed at 0%. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in the documentation. The procurement will apply to all NYS counties, with the primary location being SUNY at Stony Brook in Suffolk County. While no specific budget range is provided, the comprehensive nature of the 10 Gbps internet and DDoS mitigation services suggests a potentially significant contract value. Vendors must demonstrate technical capability to provide high-performance internet connectivity, advanced cybersecurity protections, and the ability to integrate with existing university technology infrastructure. Interested providers should carefully review all bid documents and ensure compliance with the detailed technical specifications outlined in the RFP.