What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority in Jackson, MI requires a vendor to provide switching upgrade services. The selected vendor must supply equipment, necessary licensing, and components required for proper equipment functionality, including C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU, an 1100W secondary power supply, C9300L-STACK-KIT, and a long cable stack kit. Only US onshore organizations are eligible to bid, and the vendor must perform all work onsite. Bidders can submit responses digitally via email or online, and the buyer seeks budget proposals. Vendors must submit all questions no later than October 20, 2026.
Scope of work
- 6 units of C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU)
- 6 units of 1100W Secondary power supply
- 6 units of C9300L-STACK-KIT (For C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU)
- 1 unit of stack kit long cable
- Necessary operating licensing for access layer hardware
- Alternate pricing for 5 and 7 year terms for Cisco DNA Essentials licensing (or equivalent)
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
- US Organization Only (Onshore)
- Must have an E-rate SPIN designation number
- 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 including quantity, description, part numbers, and cost
- Quotes used when ordering
- Completed Price Summary Form showing total price
- Notarized CONFLICT OF INTEREST AFFIDAVIT
- Certification of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Form
- Contractor Agreement Form
- Vendor SPIN number
- Answers to Equivalent Equipment Questionnaire (if bidding equivalent equipment)
- Equipment availability/Lead Times
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Email or Online
- Instructions
- Delivered to Brad Hess via email at [email protected] or physical address at 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201 prior to deadline.