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Read. Follow. Verify.One-Year Renewal of Palo Alto Firewall Contract
Record date · November 18, 2025
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What This Bill Does
The City Council has approved a one-year contract renewal with for the maintenance and licensing of Palo Alto hardware and software. The total estimated cost for this service period is $166,655.
This expenditure ensures the continued operation of the city's network security systems, which protect municipal data and digital services for the next year.
Who It Affects
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SHI
The company is the vendor receiving payment for the provision of firewall hardware and software services.
City IT Department
The department will continue to utilize the specified firewall technology for network security operations.
Key Facts
- The City Council approved a one-year renewal of the contract with SHI.
- The contract covers Palo Alto firewall hardware and software.
- The estimated expenditure for this renewal is $166,655.
- The file identifier for this action is 2026-0183.
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- The item was introduced on October 23, 2025.
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