Network Infrastructure Equipment Supplies

The School Board of Osceola County, Florida requests competitive sealed bids to supply network infrastructure equipment, including switches, access points, accessories, software licenses, and subscriptions. The awarded contractor must furnish equipment only without installation under a 36-month contract term supporting the E-Rate program from October 1, 2027, through September 30, 2030. Eligibility is limited to onshore US organizations that are registered Telecommunications Common Carriers in Florida and authorized resellers certified by the manufacturer. Bidders must submit valid insurance certificates naming the District as an additional insured. Bidders must submit all bids by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Key deadlines include a non-mandatory pre-bid Microsoft Teams meeting on October 20, 2026, alternate product submittals with product specifications and samples due by October 27, 2026, and all questions due by October 30, 2026. Submissions must include proof of manufacturer reseller status, E-Rate participation forms, telecommunications registration, SBE/VBE participation evidence, completed price sheets, and references.