Caddo Parish School District - Network Electronics RFP 02 27 - 2027
Caddo Parish School DistrictSchool · Shreveport, LA- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ed Gifford
- (281) 494-0187
The 30-second brief
Caddo Parish School District requests competitive proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Category Two network electronics, associated software and licensing, installation, and eligible maintenance services. The District seeks approximately 2,500 wireless access points with five-year licensing, approximately 175 48-port PoE network switches with associated network modules, power supplies, stacking components, optical transceivers, software licensing, and related accessories, or Cisco Systems or equivalent products. Services include internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, antennas, connectors, and related components, equipment removal and replacement, rack mounting, installation of components, and cable management. The District anticipates phased purchases under an initial one-year contract with two optional one-year renewals.
Wireless access points, 48-port PoE network switches, Network modules, Power supplies, Stacking components, Optical transceivers, Software licensing, Antennas, Connectors, Related accessories
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
Caddo Parish School District requests competitive proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Category Two network electronics, associated software and licensing, installation, and eligible maintenance services.
The District seeks approximately 2,500 wireless access points with five-year licensing, approximately 175 48-port PoE network switches with associated network modules, power supplies, stacking components, optical transceivers, software licensing, and related accessories, or Cisco Systems or equivalent products. Services include internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, antennas, connectors, and related components, equipment removal and replacement, rack mounting, installation of components, and cable management. The District anticipates phased purchases under an initial one-year contract with two optional one-year renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Wireless access points
- 48-port PoE network switches
- Network modules
- Power supplies
- Stacking components
- Optical transceivers
- Software licensing
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related accessories
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002880/139307/22834895-RFP%2002%2027%20NETWORK%20ELECTRONICS.pdf
- Submit to
- PURCHASING OFFICE, CADDO PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, 1961 MIDWAY STREET, SHREVEPORT, LA 71108 or www.bidexpress.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Shreveport, LA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Caddo Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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: PURCHASING OFFICE, CADDO PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, 1961 MIDWAY STREET, SHREVEPORT, LA 71108 or www.bidexpress.com. For questions, contact Ed Gifford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Caddo Parish School District in LA, 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 Ed Gifford at (281) 494-0187. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wireless access points, 48-port PoE network switches, Network modules, Power supplies, Stacking components, Optical transceivers, Software licensing, Antennas, Connectors, Related accessories. 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 being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Caddo Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Caddo Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Caddo Parish School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002880/139307/22834895-RFP%2002%2027%20NETWORK%20ELECTRONICS.pdf. Review the full document from Caddo Parish 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: Shreveport, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.