Buford City Schools Network Switches RFP 2026
Buford City School DistrictSchool · Buford, GA- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Jason Downs
The 30-second brief
Buford City Schools is seeking proposals for the purchase of three new Extreme 5520-48W network switches, including hardware, licensing, installation, and configuration. The new switches must be compatible with the existing network management software and infrastructure.
Three new Extreme 5520-48W switches, 40G-DACP-QSFPZ5M 0.5m stacking cables, Extreme 1100W AC PSUs, Extreme power cords, Extreme K12 3yr subscription RTM, Installation, Configuration, And cabling.
Technical quality, project management, costs of E-Rate eligible goods and services, system features, product quality/appropriateness/compatibility/performance, bidder's qualifications/experience, proximity of bidder to Buford City Schools, districts experience with vendor, suitability of proposed solution, bidder participation and responsibility, BCS's participation and responsibilities, proposed product quality and content, bidder's service and support hours, future system use/expansion/upgrading, price of proposal, experience and/or references, satisfactory reference checks, installation procedures, on-site proof of concept, software licensing, E-Rate SPIN, SPAC/Form 473, similar project experience, USAC requirements compliance, breakdown of E-Rate eligible/none eligible equipment, licensed to work in GA, General Acknowledgement Form.
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Summary
Buford City Schools is seeking proposals for the purchase of three new Extreme 5520-48W network switches, including hardware, licensing, installation, and configuration. The new switches must be compatible with the existing network management software and infrastructure.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
27- Technical quality
- Project management
- Costs of E-Rate eligible goods and services
- System features
- Product quality/appropriateness/compatibility/performance
- Bidder's qualifications/experience
- Proximity of bidder to Buford City Schools
- Districts experience with vendor
- Suitability of proposed solution
- Bidder participation and responsibility
- BCS's participation and responsibilities
- Proposed product quality and content
- Bidder's service and support hours
- Future system use/expansion/upgrading
- Price of proposal
- Experience and/or references
- Satisfactory reference checks
- Installation procedures
- On-site proof of concept
- Software licensing
- E-Rate SPIN
- SPAC/Form 473
- Similar project experience
- USAC requirements compliance
- Breakdown of E-Rate eligible/none eligible equipment
- Licensed to work in GA
- General Acknowledgement Form
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Three new Extreme 5520-48W switches
- 40G-DACP-QSFPZ5M 0.5m stacking cables
- Extreme 1100W AC PSUs
- Extreme power cords
- Extreme K12 3yr subscription RTM
- Installation
- Configuration
- Cabling
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Manufacturer specification/data sheets for proposed hardware.
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Buford, GA
- Reported agency
- Buford City Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Buford City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jason Downs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Buford City 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 Jason Downs. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Three new Extreme 5520-48W switches, 40G-DACP-QSFPZ5M 0.5m stacking cables, Extreme 1100W AC PSUs, Extreme power cords, Extreme K12 3yr subscription RTM, Installation, Configuration, And cabling.. 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: "Technical quality, project management, costs of E-Rate eligible goods and services, system features, product quality/appropriateness/compatibility/performance, bidder's qualifications/experience, prox..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Buford City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Buford City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Buford City 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: Manufacturer specification/data sheets for proposed hardware.. Review the full document from Buford City 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: Buford, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.