What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe buyer seeks networking infrastructure equipment supplies, including Cisco 9500 switches, for installation and configuration in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. The vendor will also remove old network switches and install new mounting hardware. The vendor must inventory new network switches on the provided spreadsheet. This includes the installation of new network switches, connecting them to existing cabling, and configuration. The vendor is responsible for the removal of old network switches. The deadline for this solicitation is December 15, 2026.
Scope of work
- 11 Cisco C9300X 48-port switches (C9300X-48HXN-M) or equivalent
- 17 Cisco C9300 48-port PoE+ switches (C9300-48P-M) or equivalent
- 13 Cisco C9300X/C9300 network modules or equivalent
- 12 Cisco C9000 power supplies or equivalent
- 28 Meraki Enterprise 7-year licenses (LIC-C9300-48E-7Y) or equivalent
- 52 Meraki/Cisco stacking and stack power cables or equivalent
- 24 Meraki/Cisco 10G SFP+ modules or equivalent
- Optional turnkey installation, configuration, and old switch removal services
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Price of E-rate eligible services (lowest responsible bidder) | Most heavily weighted |
Minimum qualifications
- Authorized to do business in Pennsylvania
- In business for more than 5 years
- Hold an E-rate SPIN number
- Not on FCC Red Light Status or delinquent on government debt
- Equipment compatible with existing Cisco networking equipment
- Familiar and experienced with the federal E-rate program
- On-site personnel must secure Pennsylvania Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances
Documents to include with your response
- Completed Appendix A with unit prices, warranties, and E-rate eligibility
- Proof of authorization to do business in Pennsylvania
- Five current Pennsylvania K-12 client references of similar size
- Federal Tax ID, E-rate SPIN, and FCC Registration Number
- Certification of non-Red Light Status and non-debarment
- Proposed contract terms and conditions
- Redacted proposal copy omitting proprietary information
- Signed Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Specifications and compatibility documentation if proposing alternative manufacturers
How to submit
- Method
- Hand-delivered hard copy and electronic copy via email
- Instructions
- One complete hard copy hand-delivered to East Stroudsburg Area School District Technology Services Office, 50 Vine Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301, and one identical electronic copy emailed to the Issuing Officer, both labeled 'E-rate Network Equipment Proposal'.