Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools - Network Switches Procurement - Cat2.2027 Switches (2026)
Elmwood-Murdock Public SchoolsSchool · Murdock, NE- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Bill Pulte
- (402) 597-4848
The 30-second brief
Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools is seeking proposals for eight (8) network switches and necessary software and licenses under E-Rate Funding Year 2027. All proposals highly equivalent to Fortinet FortiSwitch 448E-FPOE and 424E-FPOE network switches will be considered, and all equipment bid must be new. The scope includes Fortinet FortiSwitch units, FortiCare Premium Support, multimode and singlemode fiber SFP transceivers, and DAC cables. Proposals are due by December 15, 2026, at 3:00 pm CST, submitted either in hardcopy to Educational Service Unit 3, Attn: Bill Pulte RFP Response, 6949 South 110th Street, Omaha, NE 68128, or via email to [email protected]. Questions must be addressed to Bill Pulte by December 2, 2026. Bidding vendors must be E-Rate eligible, have an updated Form 473 (SPAC) on file, and provide their Service Provider's Form 498 ID (SPIN).
Fortinet FortiSwitch 448E-FPOE, Fortinet FortiCare Premium Support FC-10-S448F-247-02-12, Fortinet FortiSwitch 424E-FPOE, Fortinet FortiCare Premium Support FC-10-S424F-247-02-12, Fortinet Multimode Fiber SFP (62.5 micron; OM1; 1 Gbps) FG-TRAN-SX, Fortinet Singlemode Fiber SFP (62.5 micron; OM1; 1 Gbps) FG-TRAN-LX, DAC Cables (1 meter; 10 Gbps) FN-CABLE-SFP+1
Cost of eligible equipment and/or eligible maintenance: 25 points, Compatibility with currently owned district devices: 20 points, Features included: 15 points, Support of hardware: 10 points, Reliability: 10 points, User Interface: 10 points, References: 10 points
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Summary
Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools is seeking proposals for eight (8) network switches and necessary software and licenses under E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
All proposals highly equivalent to Fortinet FortiSwitch 448E-FPOE and 424E-FPOE network switches will be considered, and all equipment bid must be new. The scope includes Fortinet FortiSwitch units, FortiCare Premium Support, multimode and singlemode fiber SFP transceivers, and DAC cables. Proposals are due by December 15, 2026, at 3:00 pm CST, submitted either in hardcopy to Educational Service Unit 3, Attn: Bill Pulte RFP Response, 6949 South 110th Street, Omaha, NE 68128, or via email to [email protected]. Questions must be addressed to Bill Pulte by December 2, 2026. Bidding vendors must be E-Rate eligible, have an updated Form 473 (SPAC) on file, and provide their Service Provider's Form 498 ID (SPIN).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Cost of eligible equipment and/or eligible maintenance: 25 points
- Compatibility with currently owned district devices: 20 points
- Features included: 15 points
- Support of hardware: 10 points
- Reliability: 10 points
- User Interface: 10 points
- References: 10 points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Fortinet FortiSwitch 448E-FPOE, Fortinet FortiCare Premium Support FC-10-S448F-247-02-12, Fortinet FortiSwitch 424E-FPOE, Fortinet FortiCare Premium Support FC-10-S424F-247-02-12, Fortinet Multimode Fiber SFP (62.5 micron
- OM1
- 1 Gbps) FG-TRAN-SX, Fortinet Singlemode Fiber SFP (62.5 micron
- OM1
- 1 Gbps) FG-TRAN-LX, DAC Cables (1 meter
- 10 Gbps) FN-CABLE-SFP+1
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A Required Form for RFP Response, E-Rate Form 498 ID (SPIN)
- Submit to
- Educational Service Unit 3, Attn: Bill Pulte RFP Response, 6949 South 110th Street, Omaha, NE 68128 or email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Murdock, NE
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 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: Educational Service Unit 3, Attn: Bill Pulte RFP Response, 6949 South 110th Street, Omaha, NE 68128 or email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Bill Pulte.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools in NE, 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 Bill Pulte at (402) 597-4848. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fortinet FortiSwitch 448E-FPOE, Fortinet FortiCare Premium Support FC-10-S448F-247-02-12, Fortinet FortiSwitch 424E-FPOE, Fortinet FortiCare Premium Support FC-10-S424F-247-02-12, Fortinet Multimode Fiber SFP (62.5 micron; OM1; 1 Gbps) FG-TRAN-SX, Fortinet Singlemode Fiber SFP (62.5 micron; OM1; 1 G. 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: "Cost of eligible equipment and/or eligible maintenance: 25 points, Compatibility with currently owned district devices: 20 points, Features included: 15 points, Support of hardware: 10 points, Reliabi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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: Appendix A Required Form for RFP Response, E-Rate Form 498 ID (SPIN). Review the full document from Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Murdock, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
