Bartow County Schools Network Switch Upgrades RFP 2026
Bartow County School DistrictSchool · Cartersville, GA- Due
- Feb 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Forsyth
The 30-second brief
Requests approval for network switch upgrades districtwide, following a pilot implementation and a competitive bidding process (RFP 10-2026-014). The project aims to replace aging network switches with cloud-managed Juniper switches and includes capacity for wireless infrastructure expansion.
Project Cost, Proposed Project Solution, Quality of Service from References, Completion Timeline, Projects of Similar Scope/Size
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Summary
Requests approval for network switch upgrades districtwide, following a pilot implementation and a competitive bidding process (RFP 10-2026-014). The project aims to replace aging network switches with cloud-managed Juniper switches and includes capacity for wireless infrastructure expansion.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Project Cost
- Proposed Project Solution
- Quality of Service from References
- Completion Timeline
- Projects of Similar Scope/Size
- Scope location
- Bartow County
- Reported agency
- Bartow County School System
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bartow County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 9, 2026. For questions, contact Chris Forsyth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bartow County School District in GA, 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 Chris Forsyth. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Project Cost, Proposed Project Solution, Quality of Service from References, Completion Timeline, Projects of Similar Scope/Size" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bartow County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Bartow County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bartow County 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. Review the full document from Bartow County 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: Bartow County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.