Anna Independent School District - Network Switching Refresh and Firewall Refresh - RFP 2026-001 (2026)
Anna Independent School DistrictSchool · Anna, TX- Due
- Feb 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Susan Williams
- (972) 924-1000
The 30-second brief
Anna Independent School District is requesting proposals from E-Rate eligible Category 2 providers to supply network switching and firewall hardware and licensing for campus upgrades at Slayter Creek Middle School and Anna High School buildings in Anna, Texas. This RFP is issued under FCC Form 470 #260005592 for the 2026 funding year with intended USAC reimbursement. Required items include Cisco and equivalent network switches, licenses, stacking cables, uplink modules, fiber transceivers, patch cables, and a network firewall with a 3-year license. The submission deadline is February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with a question deadline of February 5, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price (35%), vendor reputation (20%), meeting district needs (15%), quality (10%), past relationship (10%), long-term cost (5%), and principal place of business (5%).
NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco C9300-48P-M or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco C9300-48UN-M or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco MS130R-8P-HW or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH LICENSE - Cisco LIC-C9300-48E-5Y or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH LICENSE - Cisco LIC-MS130-CMPTA-5Y or equivalent; STACKING CABLE 1 METER - Cisco STACK-T1-1M or equivalent; STACKING CABLE 50CM - Cisco STACK-T1-50cm or equivalent; UPLINK MODULE - Cisco C9300-NM-2Y or equivalent; FIBER TRANSCEIVER - Axion SFP-10G-LRM-AX or equivalent; FIBER PATCH CABLE - Tripp-Lite N820-02M-OM4 or equivalent; COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO166S2-0ZF007 or equivalent; COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO199K2-04F007 or equivalent; COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO166S2-09F007 or equivalent; COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO166S2-08F007 or equivalent; NETWORK FIREWALL & 3 YR LICENSE - Fortigate FG-200G-BDL-950-36 or equivalent
Price 35%, Reputation of vendor and vendor's goods and services 20%, Quality of vendor's goods and services 10%, Extent to which the proposed goods and services meet the district's needs 15%, Vendor's past relationship with the district 10%, Total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods or services 5%, Vendor's principal place of business 5%
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Summary
Anna Independent School District is requesting proposals from E-Rate eligible Category 2 providers to supply network switching and firewall hardware and licensing for campus upgrades at Slayter Creek Middle School and Anna High School buildings in Anna, Texas.
This RFP is issued under FCC Form 470 #260005592 for the 2026 funding year with intended USAC reimbursement. Required items include Cisco and equivalent network switches, licenses, stacking cables, uplink modules, fiber transceivers, patch cables, and a network firewall with a 3-year license. The submission deadline is February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with a question deadline of February 5, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price (35%), vendor reputation (20%), meeting district needs (15%), quality (10%), past relationship (10%), long-term cost (5%), and principal place of business (5%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price 35%, Reputation of vendor and vendor's goods and services 20%, Quality of vendor's goods and services 10%, Extent to which the proposed goods and services meet the district's needs 15%, Vendor's past relationship with the district 10%, Total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods or services 5%, Vendor's principal place of business 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco C9300-48P-M or equivalent
- NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco C9300-48UN-M or equivalent
- NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco MS130R-8P-HW or equivalent
- NETWORK SWITCH LICENSE - Cisco LIC-C9300-48E-5Y or equivalent
- NETWORK SWITCH LICENSE - Cisco LIC-MS130-CMPTA-5Y or equivalent
- STACKING CABLE 1 METER - Cisco STACK-T1-1M or equivalent
- STACKING CABLE 50CM - Cisco STACK-T1-50cm or equivalent
- UPLINK MODULE - Cisco C9300-NM-2Y or equivalent
- FIBER TRANSCEIVER - Axion SFP-10G-LRM-AX or equivalent
- FIBER PATCH CABLE - Tripp-Lite N820-02M-OM4 or equivalent
- COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO166S2-0ZF007 or equivalent
- COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO199K2-04F007 or equivalent
- COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO166S2-09F007 or equivalent
- COPPER PATCH CABLE - Commscope CO166S2-08F007 or equivalent
- NETWORK FIREWALL & 3 YR LICENSE - Fortigate FG-200G-BDL-950-36 or equivalent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- W9 FORM
- CIQ form.pdf
- FORM 1295 INSTRUCTIONS.pdf
- SF-LLL Form.pdf
- Anna ISD Vendor Packet.pdf
- Anna ISD Standard Terms and Conditions (1).pdf
- Submit to
- https://annaisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=28&SourceType=2
- Scope location
- Anna, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Anna Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://annaisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=28&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Susan Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Anna Independent School District in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Susan Williams at (972) 924-1000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco C9300-48P-M or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco C9300-48UN-M or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH - Cisco MS130R-8P-HW or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH LICENSE - Cisco LIC-C9300-48E-5Y or equivalent; NETWORK SWITCH LICENSE - Cisco LIC-MS130-CMPTA-5Y or equivalent; STACKING CABLE 1 MET. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price 35%, Reputation of vendor and vendor's goods and services 20%, Quality of vendor's goods and services 10%, Extent to which the proposed goods and services meet the district's needs 15%, Vendor's..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anna Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Anna Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Anna Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: W9 FORM, CIQ form.pdf, FORM 1295 INSTRUCTIONS.pdf, SF-LLL Form.pdf, Anna ISD Vendor Packet.pdf, Anna ISD Standard Terms and Conditions (1).pdf. Review the full document from Anna Independent School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Anna, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.