What the buyer needs

AI summary

The government authority in Jackson, MI requires a vendor to provide wireless access point upgrade services using Cisco CW9164I-B equipment. The selected vendor must supply the equipment, perform the work onsite, and provide all necessary licensing or components required for proper functionality. Only US organizations are eligible to bid on this procurement opportunity. Bidders must submit questions no later than October 20, 2026, and may submit their responses digitally via email or online. The buyer is currently seeking proposals to determine the budget.

Scope of work

8 Cisco CW9164I-B wireless access points or equivalent
Necessary licensing or components for proper functioning
Alternate pricing for 5 and 7 year terms for Cisco DNA Essentials licensing
Shipping to Jackson County Intermediate School District

How proposals are evaluated

Criterion	Weight / scoring
Compliance with bid documents	Not specified
Completeness of bid	Not specified
Price/Total cost of ownership	Not specified
Anticipated completion timelines/Equipment availability	Not specified
Contractor qualifications	Not specified
Previous experience	Not specified
Compatibility with the district's existing hardware and software solutions	Not specified
Understanding of needs	Not specified

Minimum qualifications

Vendor must have an E-rate SPIN designation
Vendor must have a current Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473 on file with USAC

Documents to include with your response

Itemized list of hardware items with quantity, description, part numbers, and cost
Quotes used when ordering
Completed Price Summary Form
Notarized Conflict of Interest Affidavit
Certification of Compliance - Iran Economic Sanctions Act Form
Contractor Agreement Form
Vendor SPIN number
Completed Equivalent Equipment Questionnaire if bidding equivalent equipment
Equipment availability/Lead Times statement

How to submit

Method: Email or physical delivery
Instructions: Deliver proposals to Brad Hess at 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201 or email to [email protected] prior to deadline.