What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority in San Antonio, Texas, requires E-Rate, Non-E-rate network and access switches service. This includes specific access points, mounting brackets, and subscription services.
Scope of work
- New network and access switches and related equipment
- All required licensing and subscriptions for 7 years
- Equipment delivery and secured warehousing until campus delivery
- Installation and configuration of new equipment
- Assembly of all components by the Proposer
- E-Rate and Non-E-Rate eligible and ineligible items
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Purchase Price | 38 pts |
| The total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor’s goods or services | 6 pts |
| References (Past Performance Questionnaire-(PPQ’s)...(must have at least 3) | 5 pts |
| Any other relevant factor specifically listed in the request for bids or proposals | 4 pts |
Minimum qualifications
- At least three (3) years' experience and knowledge with Aruba or equivalent
- Aruba Certified Switching Expert (ACSX) or proposed manufacturer equivalent certification
- Valid SPIN and current E-Rate eligibility
- At least three (3) Non-SAISD references from current Educational Agencies
- Not debarred or suspended from US Government business (EO 12549)
- Criminal history record information check for covered service contractor employees
Documents to include with your response
- First Page of Bid - Proposal acknowledgement
- Representation and Certification Form
- EDGAR Certification Form
- HB 89 Form
- SB 252 Verification Form
- Out of State Certification Form
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ) Form
- Independent Contractor Criminal Background Statement
- References - Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQs)
- Price Sheet and all issued addenda
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the Bonfire portal
- Instructions
- Upload as separate, signed .pdf/.xls files to https://saisd.bonfirehub.com/portal at least one hour before the deadline; bid opening is in-person at 1270 W. Summit Ave. SA, TX 78201, Conference Room 1006.